Jamil Ameer Shabazz Jr.

Heaven ……

A time to weep

And a time to laugh

A time to mourn

And a time to dance

- Ecclesiastes 3:4

Jamil A. Shabazz was born on October 12th, 1985, to Jamil Shabazz Sr. and Valencia Bates. Raised in Aurora, Co. Jamil is a graduate of Overland high School and Metropolitan State University of Denver, earning his Bachelor of Arts in African American studies. Jamil always had a giving heart. He loved serving and giving back to the community. Jamil loved making others laugh and often would put on a show for his family and friends. As a child Jamil was very curious while also loved being the center of attention and the life of the party. He would often get in trouble at school for being the class clown. One of his favorite things to do in school was to question the ability of the teacher to give him a proper education.

Jamil loved working and having his own money starting from an early age. His grandparents taught him that men should always work and not depend on others to take care of their needs. Jamil often spoke about his job and career path at United launch Alliance (ULA). He was excited to show case his talents and skills by working on several projects. Jamil was recognized for his excellence in execution.

Jamil had a passion for writing and music. He would often go to concerts and shows whenever he could. He grew up listening to artist such as Johnnie Taylor, Bobby Blue Bland, Al Green, Bobby Womack, and many more soulful artists with his Papa. Because Jamil ‘s love was writing he was very inspired to share his talents. He published two books under his own publishing company Shabazz & CO publishing company. Not Another Night was published in 2016 followed by Hiding Behind The Night in 2017.

Jamil A. Shabazz JR passed away just short of his 37th birthday on September 28th, 2022. Jamil is survived by his parents Jamil Shabazz SR, and Valencia Bates, Three siblings Dr. Marlon A. Peoples, Sister-In-Law Alisha Peoples, Sister Jaulisa M. Johnson, Mikal Shabazz, Sister-In-Law Kayla, Grandmother Annie B. Bates, Three Aunts Marlos U. Bates (Shreveport, LA), Charmon R. Bates (Shreveport, LA), and Linda Dean (Denver), Uncle James R. Bates, Aunt – in – Law Gina Bates (Denver) , Omar Shabazz (Denver) , and Andrew Shabazz(Denver). Nephew Charlie, Nieces, Jalaiya, Alaiya, A’shyla, Autumn, Ari, Cousins Jeremie Jasmine, Dalisa, Jami, Louis James, Jenice, Marlinda, Shafeeq, Rashid, Friends, and Colleges.

Preceded in death by his Grandparents and Great Grandparents Wali K. Shabazz, Dorothy Shabazz, James R. Bates, Ida Knotts, Elizabeth Thomas, Thomas Porter, and Aunt Melissa Hines.