A relative will adopt the orphaned son oftwo Florida sheriff’s deputieswho recently took their own lives.
Pacheco, 23, took her own life on Jan. 4 following Osteen’s death, according to Mascara.
“The families of Clayton and Victoria are so grateful for all prayers and support received,” Ridle said. “All donations will be used for enriching Jayce’s life experiences and securing a brighter future.”
Osteen and Pacheco will be laid to rest together on Jan. 8 at a church in Florida,accordingto their onlineobituaries.
Clayton Osteen and Victoria Pacheco’s son Jayce.gofundme
Relatives remembered Pacheco, who they also called “Tori,” as a “confident, strong-willed, and fearless young woman” on her obituary. They said she was adventurous, and a passionate artist.
Osteen — a Florida native — was a former SWAT team member and was named 2020 Deputy of the Year, his obituary said. He also served in the U.S. Marines and as a non-commissioned officer. Loved ones remembered him for his humor and dependability.
In a post to Facebook, Ridle said Osteen had been close to her children was like “another son” to her and her husband.
Clayton Osteen and Victoria Pacheco.gofundme
“This last week has been one of the hardest of my life,” Ridle wrote in her post, in part. “Then the unexpected, unexplainable actions that led to the worst phone call one can receive just as the ball was about to drop on New Year’s Eve changed the course of so many lives.”
Ridle said the couple spent their “shortened careers,” serving their community and country, and asked others to support Jayce as part of his “village.”
Clayton Osteen and Deputy Victoria Pacheco.fort lauderdale PD
“But know my friends, despite this horrendous situation, I’ve witnessed more grace, love, compassion, answered prayers, and even what feels like a few miracles this week than I could imagine even existed among those left behind,” she continued. “We are forever bonded to one another and Jayce.”
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source: people.com
