Benefit Memorial for Angie Zapata

Everyone!

No matter what is determined by the Authorities in Greeley, Colorado, I am thoroughly convinced that Angie Zapata was savagely attacked and killed in the hideous manner that she was, mainly because she was a Trans-woman.

Though I did not know her personally, her death caused me to weep off and on a number of days when I heard of it. Because she was in a real sense, one of my sisters. One of many whom I have worked hard for as a Colorado Transgender Activist to help get viable, practical and enforceable laws passed which would in the end make life much better for us all.

Trans-inclusive laws are great - but as seen here, no manner of legislation can totally stop hate-driven outlaws from falling upon their hapless victims to take even their very lives from them.

In keeping with the theme of my blog, I have entitled this sad entry in part: "Knockin' on Heaven's Door", since that's one of my favorite Bob Dylan songs - and I sincerely believe that if we were to go see Angie right now, we would have to knock upon the glorious Portal and Entryway to the sublime regions of Heaven to visit with her. Because that must be where she is today - totally blessed with the incomparable beauty and unspeakable peace which she probably sought time and time again, while in this earthly realm.

Her friends and loved ones, nevertheless, miss her...

Meanwhile. what can we in the Greater Community do to show our love and sympathy?

Please consider this: Either contribute to this most worthy Memorial Fund or attend the associated event, which happens Sunday, July 27, 2008. (See official ad below)

It is one small way to both help ease the pain of Angie's grieving family and also stand in solidarity against the kind of hatred and senseless violence that took her life.

Sincerely,
Nancy-Jo Morris

 

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From: Colorado Anti-Violence Program

Subject: Benefit for Angie Zapata

Benefit for Angie Zapata Greetings! We hope that you are able to attend the Benefit for Angie Zapata on July 27th hosted by her friends and family. On Thursday, July 17, Angie Zapata, an 18-year old Latina transgender woman was found murdered in her home in Greeley, CO. It appears that there may be anti-transgender motive in this brutal crime. It is believed that the suspect has stolen Angie's sister's car, a very dark forest green 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser with the Colorado license plate number 441ORN. There is a hubcap missing on the front passenger-side tire and there is paint missing on the front bumper on the driver-side, under the headlight. Anyone with information about the car is asked to call the Greeley police through the communications center, 970-350-9600 . "We want to get the whole community involved to find this person who hurt my sister and to let everyone be aware that all she wanted was to be beautiful. We want this violence to end. Transgender people deserve to be treated with respect," said Angie's sister Monica. The Colorado Anti-Violence Program will be sending out information soon about a community organized vigil to be held in Angie's honor early next month. Benefit for Angie Zapata What: Fundraiser for Angie Zapata's Memorial Fund When: Sunday, July 27th at 8 pm Where: Sipres Lounge 1490 County Road 27 Brighton, CO 80603 If you are unable to attend, consider making a contribution to Angie Zapata's memorial fund. Contributions may be made at Academy Bank in Wal-Mart, 60 W. Bromley Lane, Brighton or checks made payable to Monica Murquia may be mailed to CAVP at P.O. Box 181085, Denver, CO 80218.