Teen's Death "Heartbreaking"

One Livermore Patch commenter described the passing of David Goddard as "every parent's worst nightmare."

Others called it horrific and offered condolences and prayers.

, one thing remains certain: the Livermore community, along with Goddard's family and friends, are saddened over the teen's death.

Goddard, 17, attended .

An outpour of support from the community can be seen in the comments section of and on Livermore Patch's Facebook page.

Here's what people are saying in response to the news:

"How incredibly horrible. I could not imagine. My heart goes out to his family around these holidays." —Heidi Longoria

"My heart goes out to the young man's family." —Kathleen Randel

"Prayers for the family. I can only imagine. I have a 16 year old son who is getting ready to get his permit...heartbreaking." —Dinora Arredondo

"Thank you all for your prayers. My nephew was one of the sweetest, fun, caring, ...I could go on forever about what a blessing he is to our family. Our hearts are broken. Please continue to keep our family in your prayers." —Cher Ambrose

"I grew up in Livermore..... My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of the driver...... So Sorry for your loss." —Lisa Jensen-Rash

"I work at lhs and he was one of my kids. I loved talking and seeing him. I know his younger brother too. My heart and prayers go out to his family and friends. I was his attendance person, if I can do anything for the family let me know." —Kristine Anne Ness-canfield

"Prayers to the family and the friends of this young man. Please know our community is hurting with you even those of us who didn't personally know him." —Kimberlee Eldred Pestana

"My son was friends with him since elementary school. I loved this kid! We will miss him. My heart and prayers go out to his family." —Kathleen Mitchell Coleman

"I have know this family since D's parents were kids. I am in shock and so sad for there loss of this wonderful kind kid. Please pray for the family! He will be missed so much, but in our hearts he remains forever! He has touched so many lives and I am grateful for having known him. My heart goes out to my friends (mom and dad) they are awesome parents who loved there son more then anything in this world." —Jessica Anne Schwerma

"My heart goes out to David's family and friends. What a horrible tragedy! right before the holidays...my heart aches for the family." —Lindsey Zotti

"Our condolences to David's family and friends. Horrific news!! Just so sad! You'll be in our prayers." —Kelly Stone

"This is so sad. My heart hurts. Please say prayers for the family and friends. Every parents nightmare." —kc