Our hearts go out to his parents and family as they deal with this terrible loss.” “Anytime someone takes his or her life, especially a child, it is nearly unbearable. “We are absolutely shocked and devastated by this news,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. The Communications Coordinator for Bedford County Schools released the below statement to News 2:Ĭascade Middle School staff and students returning to school from Thanksgiving break received tragic news about a student suicide that occurred on Sunday night, November 28. Native American group asks city to help preserve history An anonymous donor gave $5,000 for funeral expenses. Everyone is encouraged to wear bright colors in his honor. The family is holding a celebration of life Saturday. Accept them and respect them and parents need to focus on that with their kids more,” said Shondelle.Įli leaves behind five brothers. “This is a growing area and I think people need to be more accepting of new people, rather they like them, rather they are the same as them, everybody’s different. Since posting on social media, the Lewis’ say they have been flooded with messages of people impacted by bullying in their community. We are going to come up with some sort of antibullying program through this Gofundme page where I pray to God this will not happen again,” said Rob.

“I hope and pray, this unfortunate event we are going to make something of it. In an effort to help, they created a Gofundme as the Fritchleys are looking to start a foundation to bring awareness and help educate people about bullying and suicide awareness. The owners of the restaurant, Rob and Shondelle Lewis, say they are like family and they are heartbroken over the loss of Eli. The Fritchleys were regulars at Penalties Sports Bar & Grill in Shelbyville. “I honestly think education, education, education for everyone where bullying is concerned because it is a problem, not just in Bedford County.

Now the Fritchleys have a new mission, pleading to stop bullying with hopes that no other child or parent goes through their same heartache. ‘I prayed for this for years’: Car of missing White County teen found in 12 feet of muddy waterĪn angel she says was loved more than he realized, yet failed by everyone in his circle.

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