Grayson,

It’s hard to even begin putting into words how much I love and miss you.
You were like the big sister I never had! Guiding me, protecting me, lifting me through every chapter of life. You were my best friend for life, my soul sister.
You always believed in the good in me, even in the moments when I couldn’t see it for myself. You never gave up on me.

I always imagined we’d be in each other’s lives forever! Celebrating the milestones, traveling together, laughing until we couldn’t breathe, growing old together.
Now I’m broken. I miss you like crazy.
It still doesn’t feel real. I keep thinking I’ll wake up from this nightmare.
I still hear your voice. I still feel you everywhere. And I never want that to fade. I look up to the sky and feel your presence with me.

This is the hardest thing I’ve ever had to write because no words will ever capture just how much you mean to me.

But I promise I’ll carry your legacy with me forever.
I’ll stay close to your family. I’ll be there for Jeff.
And I’ll make sure baby Eric Grayson always knows how strong and powerful his mom was how fiercely she loved, how deeply she impacted this world.

I love you, Grayson.
You’re my guardian angel now. Until we meet again, my love.

With all my heart,


Angela “Angie” Dahnous ❤️

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Grayson Keliehor Brooks.  Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this unimaginably difficult time. Grayson’s loss is a profound tragedy, and we extend our sympathy and support to her family and loved ones.

Grayson was clearly a very remarkable individual—from her international upbringing in Connecticut, Moscow, and Dubai, to her academic achievements in International Studies and Arabic.  Her strength, compassion, and love for others will never be forgotten by those fortunate enough to have known her. 

On behalf of everyone at Berkeley Payment Solutions, we honor her memory and stand in solidarity with her family. May you find comfort in cherished memories and the support of those around you.

With deepest sympathies,

Jonathan Hamburg & Lawrence Tepperman,  Berkeley Payment Solutions (friends and business colleagues of Will Keliehor)

Grayson,

You were truly beautiful, inside and out. You had a gift for making everyone around you feel seen, valued, and loved.

To me, you were like a second daughter. I loved you deeply, and I always will. You’ll forever hold a special place in my heart.

Thank you for the love, laughter, and light you brought into my life.

Rest peacefully, my angel.

With all my love,

Tima Dahnous

Dear Brooks and Keliehors,

I have had this page opened and closed for a few days now trying to convey just how Grayson touched my life. We weren’t extremely close as I was in the grade above our friendship circles crossed over junior/senior year— and I still to this day have memories of her I go back to fondly.

We first got close on a school sponsored Habitat for Humanity trip to Armenia working in a heavily Russian influenced area where Grayson taught me a new word in Russian everyday. Every time I say “privyet” I think of Grayson. On that trip everyone called Grayson and me the “gigglers” because we laughed at and took joy in everything. The area we were in was very gloomy but somehow we’d manage to find the light and bring laughter in when we all needed it most.

I kept in touch mostly through instagram and watching Grayson and Jeff renovate their house and I remember telling Grayson, how much joy those posts brought me and I truly mention Grayson every time I take my husband to Maydan, a restaurant in DC that came highly recommended by Grayson to me when I moved there in 2021. “My friend Grayson says you have to get the sauces”.

While we hadn’t spoken in a long time, I would think of her often. I can still hear her laugh, and will cherish the time I did get to spend with her being in HS musicals, traveling to a new country or even just hanging out at the Elliott’s house.

Keeping the Brookes and Keliehors families in my prayers, I am praying for God's peace and comfort for you all during this time. 

My heart breaks for everyone.  I had the privilege to teach Grayson in the 6th grade in Dubai.  She was a kind, caring person. It was such a pleasure to watch her over the years at ASD. She certainly left a lasting mark on me.

My condolences for both families. Sending you all love and prayers.