Help Support Family Of Hatboro-Horsham Student Who Died

HATBORO / HORSHAM TOWNSHIP, PA — The Hatboro-Horsham School District is mourning the loss of one of its students.

A fundraiser was launched by Kari Fullmer on behalf of Lisa Gotchev for the Killen Family and the passing on Thursday of their 16-year-old son Ryan.

"The Hatboro-Horsham School District is deeply saddened by this loss," school officials said in a statement to Patch. "During this difficult time, our priority is to support the family and our students, staff, and community members who are grieving. Out of respect for the family's privacy during this painful period, we will not provide additional comments at this time. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the family and all those affected."

Fullmer is asking the Hatboro-Horsham community to support the family.

The GoFundMe page has raised over $9,000 of its $10,000 goal.

"Ryan was a sweet boy who loved the outdoors and would often be found fishing, biking, skiing, or out with his dog," Fullmer said. "We are heartbroken for the Killen Family and hope to surround them with love, prayers, and much-needed financial support during this unimaginable time."

The school district said that counselors and clinical staff are available at all our schools, and staff are encouraged to access the district's Employee Assistance Program.