Obituary
It is with deep emotion that we share the passing of a great man.
Omari Olaingoni Omari passed at the tender age of 32. But to say that he did not live a full life is a misstatement. Omari was known for telling a good story, stories that would make an entire room laugh. He enjoyed being the “life of the party” as seen weekly as a DJ. A DJ that prided himself in making people dance to songs that they didn’t even like. Our father once told him that this was the ultimate compliment for someone in their line of work. He learned more than that compliment from our father. Omari learned his trade and followed the career path paved by our father, who was his hero and best friend.
Omari was raised in South Minneapolis and went through the Minneapolis Public School system. After establishing his business, O2 Entertainment, he once again settled on the south side. He bought a house within minutes of our childhood home. If Omari wasn’t providing entertainment for others he was fixing a house, engaging in landscaping, working on a car, or one of his other newfound talents. He was a busy body as a kid and an adult.
O2, as some of us prefer to call him, was a man that acted with his heart. And that which he believed, he believed fully. Omari was a giver; a giver of his time and resources. Whether DJing an event for the YMCA at no cost or donating funds to organizations at the University of Minnesota, Omari’s kind heart surpassed all other traits.
As we know, MISTA MUSIK also enjoyed having fun. He loved live music – especially reggae – and frequently traveled to Cuba, Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico. And of course, he LOVED to ride his motorcycle. The seemingly impossible task of healing appears slightly easier knowing that he left us doing what he loved.
Omari received the most joy when surrounded by his family and friends; above all while with his wife and son. He had the constant tingle of a person in love while in the presence of Josi. His son, Jose Juan, lit in him a light that no other human being could illuminate.
Omari is survived by his wife – Josi; and children from previous relationships – Jose Juan (7 years old) and Mariam Elena (born May 17, 2013); his mother and father – Samia and Hassan; sisters – Joy, Khadija, Mariam Mapenzi, Mariam Halwa, Hadija, Rakia (sister-in-law); brothers – Ibrahim, Hassan, Salim, Abdul; as well as countless aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. In our home everyone is family.
We will forever miss Omari’s smile, laugh, voice, honesty, and heart. Thank you for teaching us all to love hard.
We love you.
Thank You
Dear family friends,
Our family sincerely thanks you for the love and support you’ve displayed during this unimaginable time. Your visits, calls, messages, cards, food, laughs, cries, offerings, and presence have acted as an adhesive to our broken hearts and we are so thankful for your constant care and concern. We saw a true glimpse of the impact Omari had on the world, as well as the intimate and meaningful relationships he maintained with so many. God gave us Omari and although the pain is nearly unbearable, we are grateful for the time we had with him. As time ticks and we continue to reflect on Omari’s life, we find great comfort knowing that his legacy lives through you all.
We say to you in Omari’s voice – peace.
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Omari Omari Memorial Fund
In lieu of flowers, the family has established the Omari Omari Memorial Fund for Omari's children. If you wish to give, contributions can be made at any Wells Fargo branch to the "Omari Omari Memorial Fund."
Wells Fargo Account: 2968097606
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FONDO CONMEMORATIVO
En vez de flores, la familia ha establecido el fondo Omari Omari Memorial Fund para los hijos de Omari. Contribuciones pueden ser hechas en cualquier Wells Fargo con la siguiente información:
"Omari Omari Memorial Fund."
Cuenta de Wells Fargo: 2968097606