School tribute to Leo Ross, 12, remembered as ‘bright’ and ‘loving’ at his funeral in Yardley Wood following a fatal stabbing.
People said goodbye to Leo, a Blues fan. Someone fatally stabbed him while he was walking home from school in Hall Green on January 21st.
Friends and family joined the local community and clapped for Leo. His horse-drawn coffin left Christ Church in Yardley Wood.
The schoolboy was “lively” and went to Christ Church C of E Secondary Academy. The school closed so people could pay respects.
The funeral happened on March 5th at Christ Church in Yardley. The school focused on Leo’s family and supported students and their families following the tragedy.
The local community showed strength, and their spirit shined as they supported everyone. The school asked people to reflect and remember Leo as bright, loving, and lively. They will always love and miss him.
The school is saying goodbye as a community. They supported Leo’s family and friends and helped each other during this tragic time.
The school focused on well-being, and support for families and students was key. They worked with agencies to ensure children and families have support. The Yardley Wood community showed strength during this event.