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GoFundMe Launched After Domestic Violence Slaying of Richmond Mom

A GoFundMe has been launched to support the 7-year-old son of a Richmond woman who was fatally shot at her workplace in Albany in an act of domestic violence on Thursday, Sept. 21.

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7 months ago

October 5, 2023

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Alonna Gallon and her son. Courtesy of the GoFundMe.

A GoFundMe has been launched to support the 7-year-old son of a Richmond woman who was fatally shot at her workplace in Albany in an act of domestic violence on Thursday, Sept. 21.

Alonna Gallon was fatally shot as she was working inside Toyota of Berkeley Service Center at 1025 Eastshore Highway at about 11:15 a.m., police said. A man entered the service center and fatally shot her. Berkeley police responded to the scene and found the shooter on the second floor. The shooter reportedly died following an exchange of gunfire with police.

The GoFundMe was launched by Yuvonda Gallon, who identified herself in the fundraiser as Alonna’s mother. Yuvonda said her killer was the father of her grandson King Walker. Her daughter had attempted to distance herself from King’s father “due to his reckless behaviors,” Yuvonda said.

“Alonna tried to the best of her individual abilities to create a healthy coparenting relationship with King’s father, but it unfortunately didn’t stop him from brutally taking her life,” Gallon said. “In response to this horrendous act, King’s father was also killed by the police leaving him to mourn the loss of both parents. This tragedy leaves behind a child who will need not only the support of his close family, but of the community around him.”

Yuvonda said funds raised via the GoFundMe will contribute to college expenses, therapy sessions, and extended enrichment programs for her grandson, such as football and basketball, which are his favorite sports.

“Any donation big or small is greatly appreciated,” she said.

Yuvonda described her daughter as “incredibly kind, caring, shy, and goofy” who always put her son’s needs before her own. Alonna “dreamed of a life where she’d send her son off to college and support him through his transitioning stages of life,” Yuvonda said.

To contribute to the GoFundMe, go to: https://www.gofundme.com/f/supporting-king-walker

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DA Pamela Price Stands by Mom Who Lost Son to Gun Violence in Oakland

Last week, The Post published a photo showing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones, whose son, Patrick DeMarco Scott, was gunned down by an unknown assailant in 2018.

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District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones

Publisher’s note: Last week, The Post published a photo showing Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price with Carol Jones, whose son, Patrick DeMarco Scott, was gunned down by an unknown assailant in 2018. The photo was too small for readers to see where the women were and what they were doing. Here we show Price and Jones as they complete a walk in memory of Scott. For more information and to contribute, please contact Carol Jones at 510-978-5517 at morefoundation.help@gmail.com. Courtesy photo.

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Vallejo Welcomes Interim City Manager Beverli Marshall

At Tuesday night’s Council meeting, the Vallejo City Council appointed Beverli Marshall as the interim city manager. Her tenure in the City Manager’s Office began today, Wednesday, April 10. Mayor Robert McConnell praised Marshall’s extensive background, noting her “wide breadth of experience in many areas that will assist the City and its citizens in understanding the complexity of the many issues that must be solved” in Vallejo.

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Beverli Marshall began her first day with the City on April 10. ICMA image.

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At Tuesday night’s Council meeting, the Vallejo City Council appointed Beverli Marshall as the interim city manager. Her tenure in the City Manager’s Office began today, Wednesday, April 10.

Mayor Robert McConnell praised Marshall’s extensive background, noting her “wide breadth of experience in many areas that will assist the City and its citizens in understanding the complexity of the many issues that must be solved” in Vallejo.

Current City Manager Michael Malone, whose official departure is slated for April 18, expressed his well wishes. “I wish the City of Vallejo and Interim City Manager Marshall all the best in moving forward on the progress we’ve made to improve service to residents.” Malone expressed his hope that the staff and Council will work closely with ICM Marshall to “ensure success and prosperity for the City.”

According to the Vallejo Sun, Malone stepped into the role of interim city manager in 2021 and became permanent in 2022. Previously, Malone served as the city’s water director and decided to retire from city service e at the end of his contract which is April 18.

“I hope the excellent work of City staff will continue for years to come in Vallejo,” he said. “However, recent developments have led me to this decision to announce my retirement.”

When Malone was appointed, Vallejo was awash in scandals involving the housing division and the police department. A third of the city’s jobs went unfilled during most of his tenure, making for a rocky road for getting things done, the Vallejo Sun reported.

At last night’s council meeting, McConnell explained the selection process, highlighting the council’s confidence in achieving positive outcomes through a collaborative effort, and said this afternoon, “The Council is confident that by working closely together, positive results will be obtained.”

While the search for a permanent city manager is ongoing, an announcement is expected in the coming months.

On behalf of the City Council, Mayor McConnell extended gratitude to the staff, citizen groups, and recruitment firm.

“The Council wishes to thank the staff, the citizens’ group, and the recruitment firm for their diligent work and careful consideration for the selection of what is possibly the most important decision a Council can make on behalf of the betterment of our City,” McConnell said.

The Vallejo Sun contributed to this report.