Community Corner

Heights Community Responds to Tragedy

Yesterday, 7-year-old Chicago Heights resident Jackson Hill was tragically hit and killed by a vehicle on his way to school

Community members have been flooding Chicago Heights Patch Facebook with messages of support for the Hill family. Here is a sample of some:

  • Gina W: Very sad My heart goes out to the Family for there loss
  • Faith N: So very sad - prayers being said for his family
  • Heidi H: This is so sad. Sending prayers to his family.
  • Belinda H: Heartfelt prayers for the family, so sorry for their loss.
  • Chrissy P: How awful!!! Prayers to the family and all involved.
  • Olga G: Sorry for your loss prayers to the family.
  • Harry H: sorry for your loss
You too can share you condolences with the family in our comments section or on Chicago Heights Patch Facebook.

Need some help talking to your kids about death? Kidshealth.org says parents should encourage their kids to ask questions—and that honesty is the best policy in this situation. You can read more tips and advice online.


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