He died in his sleep
@GardenGerty (167123)
United States
January 5, 2026 5:38pm CST
We do not know details as he no longer attends our school, but my student I have spoken of over the years passed away in his sleep last night.
They notified our superintendent who let Ellen know. She came and found me immediately to let me know.
People have come to me today all day wanting to make sure I am okay. I am as okay as I can be. I miss him. I know that he is likely running and walking and seeing everything and talking and better off all around.
Likely this was caused by a seizure.
His were getting worse and more frequent.
Do not let people tell you that handicapped people have no personality. Do not make the mistake of believing they do not understand, have a sense of humour, love others,
RIP Mr. Christian.
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@DaddyEvil (165042)
• United States
5 Jan
I am so sorry! I'm sure you're right and he is enjoying his new life. 
You have my number if you need somebody to talk with... 
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@GardenGerty (167123)
• United States
6 Jan
I appreciate it.A lot of us have done a lot of talking today. Yes, I do still have your number. One of the para's that had just started working with him, but has known him all his life made a special trip over to talk after school. I have received many hugs. I really feel for his family and life will be strange going forward.
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@DaddyEvil (165042)
• United States
6 Jan
@GardenGerty Yeah, his family will need a lot of support.
I'm glad you've had a lot of support, too. And yes, I can see that.
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@GardenGerty (167123)
• United States
5 Jan
He touched a lot of people, just being himself.
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@GardenGerty (167123)
• United States
6 Jan
When someone has multiple needs it is inevitable, but you know, it came as quite a shock. He touched a lot of lives.
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@sallypup (67434)
• Centralia, Washington
6 Jan
@GardenGerty I'm sorry it happened. My husband spent some of his boyhood in a state school for the blind. He still tells fond stories about some students who happened to be developmentally delayed.
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@GardenGerty (167123)
• United States
6 Jan
It is hitting more this evening. People have been very kind and checking in on me.
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@Akutza90 (398)
• Semarang, Indonesia
6 Jan
@GardenGerty Have a nice day myLotters
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@kaylachan (81671)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
6 Jan
I try to treat handicapped or disabled people with the same respect as I would an able-boddied one. I even approach this from a mental health perspective, too. While I respect we're all different and have our struggles, there's things we all can do and if we focus on those things, I believe we'd be better people.
I feel for your loss.
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@GardenGerty (167123)
• United States
6 Jan
Yes, I think we have a lot to contribute, and a lot of us have weak spots. I am gonna miss that ornery kiddo.
@RasmaSandra (92601)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
16h
I am so sorry, I will send up a prayer for his family,
@MarieCoyle (53034)
•
6 Jan
Oh, I'm so so sorry, Heather.
Yes, you are so right. Handicapped people are still ''in there'' and often understand even more than people who should understand things. And they have deep feelings. Yes, he is no doubt free of his burdens now and doing everything he always wanted to do.
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@GardenGerty (167123)
• United States
6 Jan
I feel for his family, as even his brothers had a big care taking role. I think he had a good life.
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@MarieCoyle (53034)
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11h
@GardenGerty
It sounds as if he was very loved and well cared for, he will be missed.
@BarBaraPrz (51077)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
6 Jan
With all the time you had spent with him, it must feel like losing your own child. Hugs.
@snowy22315 (201055)
• United States
6 Jan
So sorry about the loss of your student. He is pain free now.
@LindaOHio (210113)
• United States
6 Jan
I am so, so sorry. I can't imagine how upset you must be. I will PM you my number if you want to talk; or you can talk to me here on PM. Or we can text.
@Nakitakona (59048)
• Philippines
6 Jan
I'm sorry for your loss. My youngest daughter who has a male student in her previous school assignment was run over by a speeding passenger along the high way. He's a bright student in their class.
