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In memory of
Hanif "The Boy" Rashad Abdullah
May 6, 2001 - June 2, 2022
May 6, 2001 - Jun 2, 2022
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Hanif Rashad Abdullah, affectionately known as “Big Nif,” was born on May 6, 2001 in Chicago, Illinois to Nia Abdullah and Byron Gibbs. A gentle soul with an extremely kind spirit, Hanif was a true wanderlust. He possessed a thirst for adventure and exploration with a strong desire to travel the world.
Hanif was born amazingly talented and gifted. He was a sweet baby, who rarely cried and always had a beautiful smile on his …
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What were Hanif's favorite books?
The Autobiography of Malcolm X
The Autobiography of Malcolm X
The Autobiography of Malcolm X
What were Hanif's favorite ways to spend free time?
Talking about nothing and everything for hours on end. Laughing at the silliest and …
Talking about nothing and everything for hours on end. Laughing at the silliest and most rando…
Talking about nothing and everything for hours on end. Laughing at the silliest and most random comments in a way that …
What were Hanif's favorite songs or musical artists?
Kanye, Travis Scott.
Kanye, Travis Scott.
Kanye, Travis Scott.
What were Hanif's favorite drinks?
Lemonade and Arizona Sweet Tea.
Lemonade and Arizona Sweet Tea.
Lemonade and Arizona Sweet Tea.
Survived by
Nia Abdullah
Mother
Byron Gibbs
Father
Najaa Abdullah
Sister
Barbara Smith
Grandmother
Richard Smith
Grandfather
Kasib Abdullah
Grandfather
Ryan Smith
Uncle
Kasib Duane (Laurita) Abdullah
Uncle
Ninah (Jamal) Moore
Aunt
Tariq (LaDonna) Abdullah
Uncle
Six (6) Cousins
Cousin
Ninah Moore
Aunt
Jamal Moore
Uncle
Faizah Mixson
Cousin
Nicole Moody
Cousin
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Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
C.L. Talley Funeral Service
In lieu of flowers
Please consider a donation to Abdullah Family Support Fund.
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Nia Abdullah (Hanif's mother),
The Abdullah-Smith Family (Rukiya Johnson) and
Onitara Nelson.
