In Loving Memory of Tarek Boothe

My name is Tahani Boothe, on January 31, 2022 my brother Tarek Boothe was murdered in Georgetown, Washington DC while waiting for his uber ride. He was only 27 years old, full of life and love. He was an aspiring chef, artist, loving Son and Brother. He was such a wonderful man. His presence brought joy to all around him. He was always there when we needed him, never saying no and always saying Yes. I can’t imagine a world without him, my family is devastated, and trying to make sense of the senseless murder. He is my mother’s only son and my only brother. My mother raised us on her own and Tarek always considered himself the man of the house. He was so innocent, loving, strong willed, ambitious and a visionary. He worked long hours in the kitchen and never asked for anything, he pushed himself working toward his dream. He was my little brother and big brother and father figure to my little sister.

Tarek, my sweet little brother, I love and miss you so much it hurts. I don’t know how mom is going to manage without you. How will Shayna manage without you; how will I manage without you? I know God has a plan and you are at peace with grandpa and with our cousin Jimmy. I know you are in heaven watching over us, but I wish you were here. Our house is so empty; every night mom waits and stares at the door hoping this is a bad nightmare and you will come walking through with your smile. We miss the banging of pots and pans and a sink full of dishes from the wonderful meals you created. My little brother, I miss you so much.  Rest my sweet brother, rest now.

I am starting a GoFundMe to help my mother Sonja Stephens cover funeral and other expenses. Please help our family by donating what you can and by sharing this fundraiser with others.

Please keep my family in your thoughts and prayers.

We miss you little brother aka Chef Tako, we are doing our best to stay strong until we are together again.