Joni Brown Remembered in Santa Rosa | Oakland News

A tragic shooting claimed the life of Joni Brown, a beloved 40-year-old mother and community volunteer, just days after she was killed near a Santa Rosa shopping center. Witnesses say a masked gunman opened fire, and detectives swiftly identified the suspect, 56-year-old Dwight Kestler, through a license plate reader. Kestler and his passenger, 57-year-old Jill Bynum, were arrested after deputies found a revolver in their car. Evidence at Kestler’s home further tied him to the crime. Joni, known for her adventurous spirit and dedication to wildfire victims and bumblebee conservation, is remembered as a selfless force of kindness. A GoFundMe has been launched to support her children’s memorial and funeral expenses, as her family honors her enduring love for nature and her unwavering generosity. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f1fc499c22c98f22