Shanika's obituary
>Shanika Smith, [age], of [location] passed away [unexpectedly/suddenly] on [date] after a [cause of death]. She was surrounded by her family and loved ones. Her artistic talents will be forever longed for in the community.
>Shanika was an obvious artist from a very young age, with art being her favorite subject in school. Her favorite mediums included [medium] and when a bit older changed into [medium type]. She submitted her first piece to [location] when she were only [age]. After graduating high school, [first name] went on to pursue a degree and career in [subject]. She was accepted into [university name] and would later graduate with a degree in [subject].
>Once graduating, [first name] leapt into the field of [chosen field], with multiple showings in [list of galleries]. Her favorite medium as an adult was [type of medium]. Shanika also found [himself/herself] involved in a number of other hobbies, including [list of hobbies]. With a large family and even larger group of friends, her loss is truly and deeply felt.
>Shanika was predeceased by her [list of family members predeceased]. She is survived by [list of surviving family members].
>The family asks that donations be made to [name of program] in memory of [full name].