Many Honored the Deceased Newborn at a Candlelight Vigil

Many people have brought items to add to the memorial where the infant was found

Participants who didn’t have a candle were offered one from the table

This and next two photos courtesy of Tom Ganser; others are by Lynn Binnie

By Lynn Binnie
Whitewater Banner volunteer staff
whitewaterbanner@gmail.com

As was previously reported on the Banner, on Saturday, March 4, Whitewater Police and EMS responded to the Twin Oaks Mobile Home Park on Tratt Street for the report of a deceased newborn located in a field. The investigation is ongoing and no additional information has been released. Police are seeking any information that may assist in the investigation; please see the link above for contact information.

On the evening of Saturday, March 11, a diverse group numbering about 70 people, including teens, adults, and families with young children, gathered to pay respects and to express their grief over the situation. The brief remembrance was opened by Pastor Kevin Tranel, who spoke of the consolation that God offers to the broken-hearted and led a prayer. Several recorded songs were then played, ending with Amazing Grace. Father Pedro Lana offered a closing prayer in Spanish and English, asking for support for those involved as well as the entire community.