The Diamond Kennell Obituary

The news of Diamond’s passing has struck the South St. Louis area with a “heartbreaking” intensity. Diamond was a “vibrant and beautiful” 21-year-old whose “meaning and warmth” provided the foundation for her new life as a mother. Just months after welcoming her baby, her life was taken in an act of domestic violence. To lose such a “vibrant spirit”—a young mother remembered for her “bright heart” and “positive energy”—is a reality that has left her loved ones searching for comfort in the midst of “indescribable” sorrow.

According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, the “profoundly sad” incident occurred near the intersection of Oregon Avenue and Itaska Street. Diamond was sitting in a parked car with a friend when she was confronted by her ex-boyfriend. During the altercation, she was fatally shot and pronounced dead at the scene. As her mother and family navigate this “heartbreaking loss,” they are leaning on the “vibrant and beautiful” memories of a woman who was a source of constant “meaning and warmth.”

A “Vibrant Heart” and Cherished Daughter

Diamond Kennell’s 21 years were a masterclass in “vibrant beauty” and sincere connection. Those who had the “privilege of knowing her” describe a young woman with a “bright heart”—someone who was a spitting image of her father and grandmother, always serving as the “life of the party.” She reminded us all of the importance of an “unwavering spirit” and the value of a courageous, loving heart. Her absence is a heartache that will be felt throughout St. Louis for years to come, yet her legacy of “vibrant spirit” remains a guiding light for her child.

The “outpouring of support” following the news of her death and the subsequent legal proceedings in November 2024 is a direct reflection of the love Diamond sowed during her journey. She was a “beacon of light” who taught those around her that the true measure of a person is found in the “meaning and warmth” they bring to their family. Her story is one of “vibrant beauty” and “quiet and powerful” grace—a legacy that will continue to guide her family as they honor her memory and find peace in the “vibrant and beautiful” life she led before her “profoundly sad” departure.

Honoring Diamond’s Memory: Official Obituary and Legal Details

As the St. Louis community gathers to navigate this “heartbreaking loss,” the focus remains on honoring Diamond’s remarkable journey and supporting her family during this time of “profound sadness.” The “indescribable” weight of such a tragic loss is a burden no family should carry alone. According to official obituary and court details:

• Legal Accountability: In November 2024, Brandon Desean Terrell-Warren pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and armed criminal action; he was sentenced to 20 years in prison to provide a “meaning and warmth” measure of justice.

• Memorial Services: A “vibrant and beautiful” celebration of life was previously held at Word Of Restoration Ministries, followed by interment at St. Peter’s Cemetery.

• Community Advocacy: Her family continues to shine a “bright light” on the tragic impact of domestic violence, urging a “vibrant spirit” of protection for young women in the city.

• Tribute: In Diamond’s honor, the community is encouraged to live with the same “meaning and warmth” and “unwavering spirit” that she shared with everyone she met.

We extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Diamond’s mother and her entire family. Diamond’s story did not end in 2022; it continues through every “vibrant and beautiful” memory held by those who loved her and the “bright light” of her spirit that will remain in our hearts forever. Rest in peace, Diamond; your presence was a blessing to Missouri, and your spirit will remain a guiding light for your child and our community forever.