The Schalmont Central School District community is grieving the heartbreaking loss of Davin Yap, a Jefferson Elementary student who passed away following a tragic car accident.
According to information shared by family members through a fundraiser, Davin was seriously injured in a crash on Tuesday night and sadly died several days later due to his injuries. His passing has left family, friends, classmates, and teachers in deep sorrow as they come to terms with the loss of a young life taken far too soon.
Davin was a cherished student at Jefferson Elementary, where he was part of a close-knit and supportive school community. Though details about his daily life have been kept private, the overwhelming outpouring of love and support reflects the impact he had on those around him.
In the midst of unimaginable grief, Davin’s family shared that he became an organ donor—an extraordinary and selfless act that will help save the lives of others. His final gift stands as a powerful legacy of hope and compassion.
A GoFundMe campaign has been created to support his family with funeral expenses, drawing widespread support from the community and beyond. Messages of condolence continue to pour in, honoring Davin’s memory and offering comfort to his loved ones.
As the Schalmont community mourns, they also remember the light Davin brought into the lives of others. Though his time was short, his legacy will live on through the lives he touched and the hope he leaves behind.
Funeral arrangements are expected to be announced by the family at a later time.
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