In Minneapolis, a heartfelt memorial bench overlooking Grass Lake honors Fletcher Merkel, the eight-year-old who lost his life in last year’s school shooting. Dedicated at his favorite spot, the bench features an inscription celebrating his fishing triumph — “For the boy who proved there are fish in Grass Lake.” Fletcher’s mom, Mollie, says it’s a daily source of peace, watching sunsets from where he loved to watch wildlife. The community rallied after the tragedy, raising $3,000 and offering meals and support to the family. Now, just before the one-year anniversary, the bench is already being used by Fletcher’s friends. The Merkel family continues his legacy with an annual fishing event on Lake Harriet, teaching kids to fish while raising funds for scholarships at Annunciation School.
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