Rhode Island
Community coming together to support family of 13-year-old Rhode Island boy who died suddenly
Tragedy has struck as a local middle school student has died.
13-year-old Andry Rodas Villagran died suddenly on Wednesday.
Those who know him say he collapsed while playing Soccer, a sport he loved, however that has not been confirmed by authorities.
Andry was an 8th grader at Dr. Earl F. Calcutt Middle School.
A GoFundMe fundraiser, has been created to help Andry’s family with funeral and memorial expenses.
A vigil was held in his honor on Thursday.
The mayor of Central Falls, Maria Rivera, issued a statement on Andry’s passing.
“It is with deep sadness that we mourn the sudden and untimely loss of a beloved young resident of our city. This young man was a beloved member of our community in Central Falls, an enthusiastic soccer player, and a future leader. Rest in peace, Andry.
Services have yet to be announced.