THUNDER BAY – A Go Fund Me with a target of $15,000 has been launched in memory of murdered teenager Kayliegh Ivall.
An impromptu memorial has also been set up in front of the 14-year-old's home, at 366 Arundel St.
Her aunt, Richele Ivall, created the fundraiser on Thursday afternoon.
“Understandably, her parents are devastated and her whole family is reeling from shock. It is hard enough losing a child, but imagine it being caused by malice,” Richele Ivall said
Further, imagine not being able to say good-bye in a meaningful fashion, not be able to provide a proper service and a celebration of life?”
Every contribution will make a difference, she added.
According to the post, Kayliegh Ivall was out playing in her Current River neighbourhood on Sunday night, riding her scooter.
She never returned home and 36 hours later, police knocked at the door, informing her parents the teenager's body had been found in a forested area near Arundel Street and E. Lyon Boulevard in the Boulevard Lake area, not too far from her home.
“Kayliegh was beautiful, kind, sweet and oh my goodness did she love to sing.
“But most of all she was Mom and Dad’s little girl, and MacKenzi and Kodi’s baby sister. She was loved intensely by her entire family near and far. And then she was ripped away from us,” Richele Ivall said.
In a Facebook post, Kayliegh's aunt invited the public to pay tribute to her niece.
“If anyone wants to drop off flowers or message signs, (you're) welcome to. Would be much appreciated.”
A total of $10,740 has been raised as of Thursday evening.
Residents around the city are also planning to light candles and display them in their windows on Saturday night in honour of Kayliegh Ivall.
