E'Mauri Leevon Hampton

E'Mauri Hampton Obituary On March 15, 2004, the breath of God blew upon the earth, and EMauri Leevon Hampton became a living soul. EMauri is the first child of Kadreana Hampton. On Sunday April 30,2023, God in his infinite wisdom called EMauri home. EMauri was born in Jacksonville, Florida and matriculated through the Duval County public school, graduating from Englewood High School Class of 2023. EMauri was a beloved son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend. Known to his family and friends as "Boo" and others as "EU". As the oldest of his siblings, he was a trailblazer and always respected being the first. While family was important to EMauri, his passion and purpose was easily witnessed in his love for football and basketball. Being a professional athlete was his purpose and passion; the most significant aspect of Emauris legacy is his love and support for others. Throughout his childhood to maturing into a leader, role model, and inspiration to many. There are countless memories and stories about EMauris selfless giving to others, his ability to think beyond himself, which will never be forgotten. EMauri leaves to cherish his memories Mother: Kadreana Gray, Stepfather: Mike Smith. Brothers Todd Hoffman, Zachery Smith, Devin Smith Sisters: KMauri Hampton, MaKiya Smith Uncles: Ernest (Michelle) Johnson, LaTroy (Shyihona) Hampton, Ernest (Lakysha) Hampton, Jurviris Hampton, Grandmother: Latonian Sims and Great Aunts: Grace Lee and Betty Ross EMauri was preceded in death by his beloved grandmother Yvonne Gray, Granddad Ernest Johnson Sr, Leory Hampton Jr., and Priscilla Letryce Anderson EMauri also leaves to cherish his memories a host of sorrowing cousins, other relatives, and friends such as Andra (LaShonya) Downs, Greg Hale, Connor Doherty, Scherolyn Smith and Kaniyah Brailsford Services Visitation Friday May 19, 2023 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Cleo Williams Burns Memorial Chapel 3031 Moncrief Road Jacksonville, FL 32209 Funeral Service Saturday May 20, 2023 11:00 AM Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church Southside 2825 San Diego Road Jacksonville, FL 32207 Interment following funeral service Saturday May 20, 2023 Restlawn Cemeteries (South) 3301 Moncrief Road Jacksonville, FL 32208