Hi everyone, my name is Yesenia. My baby sister Maya Lupian was taken from us in the tragic shooting incident at a children's birthday party that occurred in Stockton, CA on November 29th, 2025.

Maya was the most outgoing 8-year-old you'd ever meet. She was a 3rd grader at Aspire Apex Academy, where she excelled in her academics and extracurricular activities. She loved to dance, sing and draw. She was a purple belt in karate, and she loved being active. Maya was the light in everyone's life, the sweetest soul.

She deserved a childhood full of laughter, school days, karate, family time and dreams... not this. We would have been celebrating her 9th birthday in just 2 weeks on December 13th. We are devastated, heartbroken and trying to navigate the impossible. As we work through overwhelming grief and emotions that accompany a tragedy like this, we are facing unexpected financial burdens, time away from work and want to secure ongoing support as we process this loss.

Maya leaves behind a loving family, including myself, our parents, 2 older brothers, 2 nieces that adore her and many family members and friends that love her dearly.

My family and I are asking for support during this heartbreaking time, whether it's a prayer, share or donation, everything is greatly appreciated. Thank you and God Bless.