With heavy hearts, the Martinez community mourns the tragic loss of 19-year-old Shaniyah Monae Kazee, who passed away on November 18, 2025, following a violent altercation at her apartment complex on Fig Tree Lane. Shaniyah suffered fatal injuries after being stabbed during the incident. Despite the rapid arrival of first responders and her transport to John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek, she was sadly pronounced deceased.
Authorities later identified the suspect as her mother, 36-year-old Brittney Evanna Kazee, deepening the heartbreak surrounding this tragedy. The devastating circumstances of Shaniyah’s passing have left the community shaken and those who loved her struggling to understand how such a loss could occur.
Shaniyah was a bright light — kind, compassionate, and full of promise. Her gentle spirit touched family, friends, and anyone fortunate enough to know her. She was known for her warm smile, her caring heart, and the way she uplifted others simply by being present. Her life, though far too short, left an unforgettable imprint on her community.
Loved ones remember Shaniyah not for the tragic way she left this world, but for the beautiful life she lived. Her laughter, her kindness, and her courage will forever remain in the hearts of those who cherished her.
As the community grieves, they hold her memory close, honoring the joy she brought into their lives and the love she shared so freely. May Shaniyah Monae Kazee rest in eternal peace, and may her memory continue to shine brightly as a source of comfort, strength, and love for all who are mourning her.
