Chapter 147 Section 12

Daniel Robb - Daniel was holding the exit door of the cafeteria for his classmates when he was shot.He died on the sidewalk, just steps away from safety.His body was exposed outdoors for 24 hours. "He was totally saved," said Daniel's grandmother, Maxine Robb. "It breaks my heart to think about it." Daniel often helps out in his father's electrical store.He is passionate about computer games, audio and home theater systems. Kyle Valasque - Kyle is a "special education" student.Neighbors said it was impossible for anyone who met him not to be touched.Kyle always had a smile on his face, and friends described him as a "happy big boy" and "a gentle giant".An honorary soldier attended his funeral, as Kyle had great respect for soldiers in uniform and had a special interest in the military.

Stephen Curnau-- Sidi Wen has longed to become a naval pilot since she was a child.His favorite movie is "Star Wars". He has watched it many times and can read the lines along with the characters in the play. Keisha Bernal - This 11th grade girl was once a "problem student". After converting to Christianity, she changed her ways and became an active member of the youth fellowship of the church.Before she died, the gunman asked her if she still believed in God, and Keisha replied firmly: "Yes." Kesha's family chose a white coffin for her to be signed by relatives and friends.Keisha's mother, Misty Bernal, wrote in her message: "Your courage and faith have earned you a special place in heaven. I am so proud to have a daughter like you. I will always love you .Mother"

Ashaya Soules - Aishaya has been ill since childhood and has undergone two heart surgeries.His ideal is to enter art school and become a musician.He was short in stature but participated in sports such as weightlifting, rugby and wrestling. "He was the friendliest person I've ever met," recalled Eshaya's classmate Justin Norman. "He always said 'hello' to people, even if you didn't know him." Matthew Kechter - Matthew has longed to play on the school football team, and his wish is about to come true when school starts after summer break.Matthew also loves weightlifting, and has maintained a straight A's results.

Matthew was killed in the library as he approached his friends hiding in the adjacent audio-visual reading room. Lauren Townsend - 18-year-old Luo Ling is the captain of the school's women's volleyball team, and her mother is the team's coach.The team members said that Luo Ling put her whole body and mind into sports.In fact, Luo Ling has won national awards for her academic excellence.She's applying for a scholarship at Colorado State University, hoping to become a wildlife biologist like her older brother. "Luo Ling was supposed to give a farewell speech on behalf of the graduates at the graduation ceremony next month." Her uncle David Baker said, "It will be a touching speech. Unfortunately, Luo Ling will not have another speech." Here's the chance."

John Tomlin - One of John's hobbies is driving "off-road" in the Rocky Mountains in his old Chevy family truck.John had an after-school job in a garden store and was a member of the teenage fellowship at his church.Last year, John and his family took part in a church-organized mission trip to Mexico, where they built a house for the poor. John plans to enlist in the military two years after graduation. "He was a good kid, happy, loved school and got good grades," said his father, John Tomlin Sr. "He had goals and he had great plans for his future." Kelly Fleming -

Kelly has a creative passion and a genius for writing.Her writing includes lyrics, poems and short stories, among others.She also learned to play the guitar. Kelly and her family moved to Denver from Phoenix 18 months ago.She is desperate to get her driver's license and an after-school job. "Adapting to the new environment is not easy," said Kaili's mother Di Yezhuo, "but Kaili has made a lot of friends. She is a beautiful daughter that every mother can be proud of." Danny Moser -- Danny is not yet 16 years old, but he has shown outstanding mathematics and science talents.His last report card was full of "A's (excellent)."Danny is also on the cross-country running and debate teams and participated in a recent two-week trip to Paris organized by the school's French club.

Corey Dept -- 17-year-old Ke Lei is a hardworking and good student. He always puts study first.He enjoys ice skating, golf, and wrestling, but Corey quit the wrestling team in 10th grade to concentrate on his studies.Not long ago, Corey landed a job as an administrator at the Raccoon Creek Golf Course. On the day of the shooting, Corey's 15-year-old sister Jenny escaped from the campus safely and unharmed. At some point, someone erected two other almost identical crosses next to the 13 crosses, and on the horizontal axis of the cross were engraved less regular names: Eric Harris, Dylan Coleber Germany.Beneath Eric's photo, a few lines were scrawled in black: "How can we ever forgive you?"

On the fifth day after the "Columbine school shooting", more than 70,000 people participated in the memorial ceremony for the 13 victims. The then Vice President O. Gore and his wife flew to Denver from the capital Washington, DC.Vice President Gore delivered a speech at the memorial service: "To all the families of the victims, I want to tell you that you are not alone. The hearts of the people of the United States are with you, the people of the United States are praying for you, and the people of the United States They are all as shocked and saddened as you are, and love your children and relatives as much as you."

On Saturday, May 23, 1999, the 99th graduation day of Columbine Secondary School had no celebration, no carnival, no laughter and singing.Teachers and students were all present at the moment of silence for two Year 12 students, Eshaya Soules and Loring Townsend, who will never be able to attend the graduation ceremony, and for Mr. William Sandel, the children's mentor and friend. Immersed in mourning.