Religion group rallies round Eady household after deadly airplane crash

CLOVIS, Calif. (KFSN) — Friends, members of the family and fellow church members are coming collectively to assist the Eady household following a airplane crash that killed Danna Eady, her husband Craig Eady and two younger kids.

According to authorities, the household departed from Sierra Sky Park Airport in northwest Fresno on Saturday. Moments later, their airplane crashed on the bluff of the San Joaquin River.

The loss has deeply affected those that knew the household and members of their religion group.

Kristin Leonard, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, mentioned many are discovering consolation of their beliefs as they mourn.

“We believe in eternal families and that the bonds of family do not end when this life ends. We take great comfort in that. We also know we can take comfort and solace in our savior Jesus Christ,” Leonard mentioned.

Leonard mentioned prayers from group members have supplied assist in the course of the grieving course of.

“The community is supporting in prayer and that is a huge source of support,” she mentioned.

The Eady household was a part of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Auberry. Church members mentioned the household was actively concerned within the congregation, and their absence is being felt all through the group.

“We’re heartbroken. Truly heartbroken. It was such a shock to everyone,” Leonard mentioned.

The loss has additionally prolonged past the church group.

Daniel Armenta, a flight science scholar at Reedley College, remembered Danna Eady as an teacher who impressed her college students.

“She was an amazing instructor. She taught us well. She taught us how to keep on going,” Armenta mentioned.

Loved ones have organized a fundraiser to assist cowl funeral bills. So far, they’ve raised greater than $60,000.

In addition to monetary assist, group members have stepped in to assist the household in different methods.

“There have been many meals arranged. They’re trying to be well taken care of,” Leonard mentioned.

As the group continues to grieve, Leonard mentioned many are leaning on each other for assist.

“We all struggle with grief and loss. This is a heartbreaking loss,” she mentioned.

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