SENATE RESOLUTION HONORING AND REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF NAYASIA A. GONZALEZ

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STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
IN GENERAL ASSEMBLY
JANUARY SESSION, A.D. 2026
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S E N A T E R E S O L U T I O N
HONORING AND REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF NAYASIA A. GONZALEZ

Introduced By:
Senators Acosta, Tikoian, Zurier, Dimitri, Famiglietti, Euer, Gallo, Gu,
Appollonio, and Felag

Date Introduced:
January 20, 2026

Referred To:
Recommended for Immediate Consideration
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WHEREAS, The State of Rhode Island mourns the tragic and untimely passing of
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Nayasia A. Gonzalez, a vibrant young woman whose life was taken far too soon on November
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29, 2025; and
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WHEREAS, Nayasia Gonzalez was just nineteen years old at the time of her passing and
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was an innocent bystander in a senseless act of violence, a loss that has deeply shaken her family,
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friends, and the broader community; and
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WHEREAS, Born in Providence, Rhode Island, Nayasia was the cherished daughter of
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Raisa Gonzalez and Iryan J. “Jerome” Aubert, and a beloved sister, granddaughter, godmother,
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and friend whose presence brought joy, laughter, and light to those around her; and
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WHEREAS, Nayasia was a proud graduate of Shea High School and the Rhode Island
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Alternative Academy, Class of 2024, and went on to attend the Community College of Rhode
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Island, where she pursued her dream of becoming a nurse, inspired by her deep desire to help and
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care for others; and
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WHEREAS, In speaking about her desire to become a nurse, Nayasia shared words that
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reflected her resilience, compassion, and calling to serve others, stating: “I grew up around
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doctors, either for me or my family members, because we were going through some traumatic
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stuff; I know I wanted to give up. But I know now I want to help others like people have helped
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me”; and
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WHEREAS, A gifted and passionate artist, Nayasia was a competitive dancer with
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Dancin Spirit Performing Arts, excelling in lyrical, contemporary, and tap dance, and was also a

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remarkably talented contortionist whose performances captivated audiences; and
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WHEREAS, Nayasia generously shared her talents as a mentor at AS220 Performing
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Arts Center, teaching dance to children and serving as a role model through her creativity,
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discipline, and kindness; and
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WHEREAS, Her energy and athleticism extended beyond the arts, as she proudly served
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as a cheerleader for the Central Falls Panthers, participated as a skilled tumbler, and played
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basketball in the Ralph J. Holden League; and
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WHEREAS, Nayasia was also deeply committed to service and community, volunteering
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with Shoot for Hope and spreading positivity through her actions, her humor, and her
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unforgettable greeting of “Hey Girl!” that so many will carry with them always; and
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WHEREAS, A person of faith, Nayasia was an active member of St. Joseph’s Church in
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Pawtucket, where her warm smile, gentle spirit, and kind heart touched many within the parish
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community; and
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WHEREAS, Nayasia is survived by her parents, Raisa Gonzalez and Iryan J. “Jerome”
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Aubert; her siblings, Kevin Gonzalez, Kierra Baptista, Jayleanna Sanchez, Jerlaiza Gonzalez,
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Iryan Aubert II, and Renzell Aubert; her grandmother, Maria Gonzalez; her godmother,
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Jacqueline Aubert; her godson, Rajah J. Gonzalez; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends
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who will forever cherish her memory; and
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WHEREAS, Nayasia was preceded in death by her grandparents, Ruddy Acosta, Lenny
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Page, and Gloria Lopes; and
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WHEREAS, Through this resolution, the name of Nayasia A. Gonzalez shall be
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permanently recorded in the official proceedings and archives of the Rhode Island General
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Assembly, ensuring that her life, her story, and her legacy will endure as part of the history of this
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state; and
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WHEREAS, Though her time with us was far too brief, Nayasia A. Gonzalez lived with
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creativity, compassion, and love, leaving an indelible mark on her family, her community, and all
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who had the privilege of knowing her; now, therefore be it
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RESOLVED, That this Senate of the State of Rhode Island hereby honors and
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remembers the life of Nayasia A. Gonzalez, expresses its deepest condolences to her family, and
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affirms that her name and legacy will forever live on in the recorded history of the State of Rhode
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Island; and be it further
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RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and hereby is authorized and directed to
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transmit duly certified copies of this resolution to Raisa Gonzalez and Iryan J. “Jerome” Aubert,

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and to such other members of the family as may be appropriate.
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