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Family of high school freshman who died after collapsing in class remembers 'a good kid'
Alaska teen Levi Curry, 15, died from cardiac arrest after collapsing in PE class; family recalls his kindness and community support.
In brief
Alaska teen Levi Curry, 15, died from cardiac arrest after collapsing in PE class; family recalls his kindness and community support. Levi Curry, a 15-year-old Alaska high school freshman with a heart condition, died from cardiac arrest after collapsing in class, leaving his family and community to mourn his kindness…
Levi Curry's health condition
Levi Curry, a 15-year-old high school freshman from Eagle River, Alaska, died from cardiac arrest after collapsing in physical education class.
“The surgery basically healed it. Other than that, he’s just like a normal kid.”
Football career and recognition
Levi was named one of the best defensive players in the state at 15 years old, standing 6 feet 3 inches tall.
“I think seventeen years now, and I’ve never had a ninth grader start for varsity, especially on the offensive line.”
Community support and funeral
Nearly 500 people attended Levi’s funeral, showing strong community support for his family.
“It’s just overwhelming, how much he meant to the community or what kind of impact he had.”
Family and community response
Levi’s family received support from community members who built a custom casket and helped with burial.
“The football coach, with the team, dug Levi’s grave by hand, which is something that our church does, which is very special.”
Organ donation and fundraiser
Levi was an organ donor, and his family created a GoFundMe to help cover medical bills.
“I just kept hearing his grandmother say, 'Man, there’s just so many people that love Levi.'”
The short version
Levi Curry, a 15-year-old Alaska high school freshman with a heart condition, died from cardiac arrest after collapsing in class, leaving his family and community to mourn his kindness and support.
