VA Boy Killed In MD Dog Attack Was Smiley, Happy Child, Family Says
A Virginia family is mourning the loss of their 2-year-old son who died after being attacked by a dog while visiting relatives in Maryland.
The Marshall, VA, boy — whose family requested anonymity — went into cardiac arrest after being bitten by the animal on the 400 block of West B Street around 5:15 p.m. Tuesday, April 4, authorities said. He was flown to Frederick Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 7:09 p.m., his family says.
The boy was being remembered in his obituary as a happy child who loved trains, dinosaurs, Blippi, fire trucks and PAW Patrol.
"He just simpl…
VA Mom's Sudden Death Sparks Support For Baby Boy
The sudden death of a 32-year-old mom from Northern Virginia has sparked a wave of support for her young son.
Jacquelyn LaNiece Ross, of Chantilly, and formerly of the Bronx, NY, died suddenly on Friday, April 7, according to her obituary and a GoFundMe for her 18-month-old son, Noah.
Noah, who adores his mom, is described by Ross' best friend on a GoFundMe page as the "sweetest and happiest boy" who loves making people laugh and smile, and has "been doing just that, even during this painful time."
More than $590 had been raised on the campaign as of Saturday, April 15.
"Noah had suc…
