Courtney Lonergan, 45, passed away on June 10, 2021 in a tragic auto accident. In addition to Courtney, Ali Geer, age 18, and Almira Geer, age 16, passed away, leaving behind the youngest child, Aracelli Geer, age 13. Courtney was a Cultural Anthropologist, Master Facilitator, ASU professor, diversity trainer, youth development mentor, catalyst for change, and a passionate supporter of humanity, the arts and human movements of every kind. Her soul and spirit shined bright in every moment, in everything she did, and through her three amazing children. She welcomed visitors with generous smiles and warm hugs including people from every imaginable faith, culture, ethnicity, identification. Known and celebrated throughout the state and beyond for her depth of knowledge and skills for facilitating diverse groups through conflict, planning, strategies and visioning, Courtney had endless patience and was truly accepting of every viewpoint. She instilled real hope and healing, invited open and honest dialogue, and shared her gifts through a multitude of training and community programs. Those who participated in her trainings strive to take her wisdom and pay it forward.

Donations to support Aracelli's future education and living expenses: GoFundMe Araceli Geer "There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they have gone the light remains.” (Source: ASU Foundation)