Baker School District mourns the loss of incoming fourth grader- memorial announced
By Joe Hathaway on Wednesday, August 28th, 2024 in More Top Stories Northeastern Oregon News
BAKER CITY – Update from Marie Elliott, Gabriel’s mother.
There will be a private memorial for Gabriel Kirk this Saturday, August 31, 2024 at Phillips Lake. The community is welcome to join, however, we ask that people RSVP due to food and supplies because we are going to be doing floating lanterns for Gabriel.
The contact information for the memorial is me, Marie Elliott at 503-908-0665 or Katrena Shaw at 360-991-4516.
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The Baker School District announced the tragic passing of Gabriel Kirk, an incoming fourth grader in a message to parents.
The district says Kirk died last week at St. Luke’s Hospital in Boise.
In a message to district families, officials expressed their profound sadness over the loss. “Our hearts are broken for all who loved and cared for Gabriel,” the district stated.
Details regarding a memorial service for Gabriel are not yet available, and the district does not have any additional information to share about his passing at this time. The district says it’s committed to supporting Gabriel’s family and the school community during this difficult period.
The district encouraged those in need of support to reach out for help. The New Directions NW 24-hour Crisis Hotline is available at (541) 519-7126. Additionally, free and confidential mental health care coordination is accessible through Care Solace for all Baker School District students, staff, and their families.
For more information and support resources, district families are urged to contact school officials.
