Wyatt Vincent Murphy.Photo:Townsend Brothers Funeral Home
Townsend Brothers Funeral Home
A Georgia community is mourning the loss ofa teen who diedwhile spending time at a friend’s home last week.
He was treated at Navicent Hospital in Macon before his death.
Wyatt Vincent Murphy of Georgia.GoFundMe
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Murphy was a member of the East Laurens High School varsity football team, and his school district’sFacebook pageshared kind words in his memory.
“Our hearts are heavy as we announce the untimely passing of ourEast Laurens High SchoolFalcon, Wyatt Murphy,” the post, which included photos of him smiling while dressed in full gear, began.
Two uploads featured his teammates holding up his No. 36 jersey while on the field.
“It is during times like these that you have to lean on one another for strength. Keep his family, friends, teammates, teachers, and the Falcon community in your thoughts and prayers, as they navigate through another loss. Fly high, Wyatt! You have earned your eternal wings," the school district continued.
His family believed he was destined to become a football player.
“Wyatt’s life was a true gift from the very beginning. When Wyatt was born, the doctors remarked how big his shoulders were and said he would make a great football player someday,” his obituary stated.
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During his high school career, he also joined East Laurens' basketball and wrestling teams.
Murphy had also dedicated his life to Christ, according to his obituary. On Sept. 5, 2021, he wasbaptizedand “loved attending the Youth Group at Brewton Baptist Church.”
Relatives said some of Murphy’s closest friends were part of his youth group.
Wyatt Vincent Murphy.Townsend funeral home
Townsend funeral home
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, hiking with his uncles and doing work around his family’s farm.
Murphy’s funeral was held Tuesday at the Brewton Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, Murphy’s family asked that donations be made to East Laurens High School’s football team at 1010 US Hwy 80, East Dublin, Georgia, 31027.
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“Kyleigh will be greatly missed in our church,” the State Line Baptist Church said in atributeon Facebook. “She loved the Lord and her Church.”
source: people.com
