On November 30, 2025, Chrisavion Deontay Green, 18, of Amarillo, Texas, tragically passed away, leaving behind a legacy of youthful energy, creativity, and devotion to his family and community.
Born on February 12, 2007, to Deontay and Shavon Green, Mr. Green grew up in Amarillo’s Wolflin historic district, where close family ties nurtured his curiosity and resilience. He graduated from Amarillo High School in May 2025, focusing on vocational welding courses that sparked his interest in craftsmanship. His innovative projects earned recognition in the school’s Future Trades program.
Mr. Green had just begun an apprenticeship at Plains Welding Supply as a junior fabricator. In his brief tenure, he applied his skills to repairing agricultural equipment vital to the Panhandle’s farming economy. Colleagues noted his aptitude for blueprint reading and precision cutting, as well as his eagerness to assist senior welders on custom projects.
Family was central to his life. As the eldest of three siblings, he served as a protective role model, supporting his younger brother and sister while sharing in traditions of home‑cooked meals and backyard football drills. He shared a close bond with his girlfriend of two years, Aaliyah Thompson, with whom he dreamed of pursuing community college studies in graphic design.
Mr. Green’s lifestyle reflected youthful energy and community spirit. He volunteered at the Amarillo Area YMCA, coaching peewee basketball and inspiring younger children with his enthusiasm. His hobbies included sketching urban landscapes on his tablet and tinkering with dirt bikes near Palo Duro Canyon, channeling creativity into custom paint jobs he proudly shared online.
His death is under investigation by the Amarillo Police Department, which has announced the arrest of a suspect in connection with the incident. As the community grieves, his family has requested privacy. A vigil is planned for December 6, 2025, at Thompson Park, where supporters will gather to light candles in his memory. In lieu of flowers, contributions are encouraged to the Amarillo Crime Stoppers youth welding scholarship fund, ensuring his spark of ingenuity inspires future tradespeople.
Chrisavion Deontay Green will be remembered for his promise, his kindness, and the creativity he brought to every part of his life.
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