The Legacy of Hanan

Hanan Ali Lacy was a devoted educator and mentor that loved what she did. She fearlessly spent her life using her energy, light and positivity to advocate for, inspire, motivate and mentor young people in believing beyond what they thought was possible.  Hanan was always known to say “This is about the kids”.  Hanan deeply believed that every person was a unique, valuable pearl that deserved to be treated with dignity, respect and love.  Therefore, she took the time to get to truly know and keep up with everyone around her.   She generously used all of her God given gifts and talents to encourage and build up others.  Hanan would “stop anything that she was doing to help anyone” and confidently assure them “I GOT you”.  

Hanan was raised in Waco, Texas, where she attended Waco public schools. She was known for her huge personality and school pride. She was an active participant in multiple academic and social organizations. After graduation, Hanan attended Prairie View A&M University where she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Communications and a Master of Arts in Counseling.  While in graduate school, Hanan became a devoted member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated.Hanan was a phenomenal mother that loved her children dearly. Hanan’s two sons Reyjhan and Javon were the center of her life.  “The boys” were included in literally every conversation that she had with anyone. They trusted her wisdom and judgment. They knew that she always had their best interest at heart. She made sure to instill core values that will forever be carried in their hearts and minds. Hanan was very proud of the accomplishments her sons have made and will continue to make in the future.

Hanan was an amazing wife that unconditionally loved her husband. Her love was evident for the world to see. For years, her friends and family heard “I love me some Will!” Hanan married her King on February 1, 2021. The pride and joy she had for her sacred union was authentic. The love Hanan has for Will is everlasting.

God blessed Hanan with a loving identical twin sister, Hayate Ali. Together they entered the world and with hard work and sacrifice, they conquered unthinkable challenges. Anyone who met them never forgot them. The pair shared an unbreakable bond that showcased a genuine sense of care, compassion, and protection. In addition to being an amazing sister, she was also a super aunt who loved and cherished time spent with her beloved niece Maliha.

Hanan leaves to deeply cherish each memory her “forever” husband Will Lacy III, two beloved and “most precious” sons Reyjhan (14) and Javon Veal (13), “Inseparable” twin sister Hayate Ali and beautiful niece Maliha Ali Robertson, loving and devoted siblings Angel and Coty Wright, Chad, Blake, Faith, and Hope Ward, doting parents Earnest and Alecia Ward, dear grandparents Bertran and Mary Bilton, adorable nieces Anayah, Chloe, Gracelyn and loveable nephew Preston Ward.