Warren Curtis Grant, of Edgewood, was described by friends and family as a charismatic, loving person. The 15-year-old, who was shot and killed at Joppatowne High School on Sept. 6, will be memorialized during private funeral services Saturday.

Born Nov. 20, 2008, in Rossville, Baltimore County, to Warren Grant and Dawn Whitaker, he loved to play basketball and football, according to his obituary.

His obituary describes the teen as living in “Warren’s World,” with a spontaneous, fearless nature, making TikTok videos and spending quality time with his parents, family and friends.

“He kept my son out of trouble,” said Viateria Lyons, the mother of one of Grant’s close friends. “He loved my family, and we love him. We will never forget him.”

The tragic loss of Grant sent shockwaves throughout the Joppatowne High community.

“He was a well-loved, respectful, honest young man that didn’t deserve this,” said Patricia Pugh, a close family friend who said she knew Grant since he was 4 years old. “He was a bright light, a positive influence and loved dearly by many.”

A vigil held Sept. 8 in Edgewood drew more than 100 people. Candlelight reflected off blue and white balloons that had handwritten messages like “Warren’s World” and “Gone too soon.”

Friends described Grant as a laid-back, nice person who knew how to be a good friend and accept everyone.

“He was chill and laid-back, and he did not bother nobody,” classmate Natalia Hardy said after the vigil. “I grew up with him.”

Hundreds of videos on TikTok posted in memory of Grant show him dancing, smiling and laughing with friends.

A GoFundMe for Grant has drawn more than $19,300 in donations as of Thursday — exceeding the goal of $18,000.

Visitations for Grant were scheduled for Thursday afternoon at McComas Family Funeral Homes in Abingdon. His funeral will be on Friday at 11 a.m. at Mountain Christian Church in Joppa. A visitation will precede the service starting at 10:30 a.m.