On Wednesday, mourners honored the life of Jacob Hall, the 6-year-old that was shot at Townville elementary school in the best way possible, a superhero-themed funeral.
According to ABC News, the young boy had a special place in his heart for action stars.
Friends and family turned out to funeral service in superhero costumes to honor #JacobHall. https://t.co/bt0v4U7vOK pic.twitter.com/qYywFxCb3U
— CBN News (@CBNNews) October 5, 2016
The list of looks at this morning’s burial included Ninja Turtle T-shirts, Batman, Superman and Captain American uniforms, all in his memory.
"Batman," 6-year-old #JacobHall's favorite superhero, delivered the eulogy at the first-grader's funeral https://t.co/tVIZ0o57W3 pic.twitter.com/71SE741Ce7
— CBS News (@CBSNews) October 5, 2016
Officers and members of the military that couldn’t attend the ceremony, took time out to show their spirited support and showcase it via social media.
In honor of Jacob Hall. Prayers to family and friends from Chapin PD. #superheroday #jacobhall pic.twitter.com/1zbk8566Nt
— Chapin Police (@ChapinPolice) October 5, 2016
Spartanburg-based 228th Signal Brigade honors Jacob Hall from Afghanistan. pic.twitter.com/VUe3qYXLer
— FOX Carolina News (@foxcarolinanews) October 5, 2016
A photo of a few of our officers who are #TownvilleStrong in remembrance #JacobHall today. pic.twitter.com/kZ3wNMufXq
— Greer, SC Police – "Policing is a Partnership" (@GreerPolice) October 5, 2016
At the end of September, Hall was shot and put on life support before passing away on Oct. 1st.
In response to his death, the family released a statement that focused on the love their son had for God.
Specifically stating that, prayer was a big part of Jacob’s life, according to his mother. He would pray like a “grown man” and would pray for those he knew were sick, she said.
To watch the funeral check out this CBN story.
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