Birth date: Jan 28, 2005 Death date: Jun 15, 2026
Tanisha is like a devi, a beautiful force of nature, born on January 28, 2005, having graced this world with her deep love, compassion, and humanity. Her spirituality grounded her deeply, giving her a quiet strength. She was born Read Obituary
You may not know me, but my name is Devon. I met Tanisha in 11th grade at Village. Although I met her late in high school, she ended up becoming one of my most trusted friends and, frankly, a mentor. We met while I was competing on the Mock Trial team at Village, and from the beginning, she was a joy. She was always making jokes and having that sarcastic tone that I have come to love, and was the heart and soul of our team. My personal favorite memory came on competition day when I decided to be vulnerable and truthful and tell her my anxiety about the round. She took the time to sit and truly listen to me, helping me understand that I was more than just my performance and to believe in my abilities. That's what I came to admire most about her. She was always selfless and could see what a person truly needed at that time in their life. She was honest, but caring, and just made you feel seen. Even when coming to UT Austin, she continued to be a good friend and guide me through challenges and ALWAYS made sure to stay in contact and help with any questions I had. For that, Tanisha, the lessons you taught me will never be forgotten. I continue to pray for the family and all her other friends.
Tanisha was a wonderful friend. She introduced me to the mock trial team in high school, an experience that changed my life and drew me to a career in law that I hope to achieve. When I was going to UT Austin, she gave me advice on how to navigate college and spirituality. We will all miss her dearly.
