Alianna DeFreeze

2002–2017 (age 15)

student

Biography

Alianna DeFreeze was a student whose quiet kindness and bright smile left a lasting impression on peers and teachers alike, even as she navigated the challenges of adolescence with courage. Her love of learning and desire to help others hinted at a future that too soon became a memory.

Her family and community now honor her by working to keep other young people safe and supported, letting her spirit live on through shared stories and newfound vigilance. She is remembered not only for the dreams she held but for the warmth she offered every day.

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