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Fund Established for Second Teenager Who Died in Belpre Crash Save Email Print
WTAP News
Posted: 2:46 PM Aug 19, 2008
 Last Updated: 8:59 AM Aug 20, 2008
 Reporter: Bruce Layman
Email Address: bruce.layman@wtap.com
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A fund to cover medical and funeral expenses has been set up for 13-year-old Mitchell Fisher, the second of two teens fatally injured in last Friday's accident at the intersection of Farson Street and Rockland Avenue in Belpre.

Donations may be made at any Peoples Bank branch.

Fisher was a rising eighth-grader at Little Hocking Elementary School.

Funeral plans for Fisher are pending.

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus says Fisher died Tuesday at 4:53 am. Fisher was a passenger in a vehicle driven by 15-year-old William Alex Joy, who died Friday.

The Belpre Police Department is still investigating the cause of the crash and have not released any more information at this time.

Belpre police say they are still awaiting toxicology reports and other information related to the reconstruction of the accident from the Ohio Highway Patrol.

We will have the latest on this story on WTAP at Five, WTAP News at Six and on our web channel, WTAP.com.
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Posted by: Anonymous Location: Belpre on Aug 23, 2008 at 11:20 AM
Coming from someone who knows the whole story - is close to both families, and has been around & called their own to both children involved in this terrible accident; "Why is money getting donated," "Where was the parents," are not questions that need answered. The life of 2 young children were taken from two families that would give you the shirt off their back - if in need. Don't sit behind the computer screen, pointing fingers. Disrespectful. Unlike some, apparently, there is more to think about then who did what, where, why, and when. It's the life of that one you lost, who now has to be lived on throughout you, your family, and your friends. Details aside, both families took care of their children well. Both raised as good kids. These things happen. That's why they're called "Accidents." This has nothing to do with how well the boys we're raised, how good of parents they had, if they we're drinking, on drugs, out joy riding. REGARDLESS! Two lives we're taken from all of "Us."
Posted by: a friend Location: little hocking on Aug 22, 2008 at 07:47 PM
if everyone would please not make any remarks that does not comfort mitch's family. the last thing they need, is remarks saying it's the parent's fault. PLEASE give respect to Mitch. If he were here, he would be very sad to see they way OTHER people are acting. i was a friend of mitch. he was one of the sweetest, most awesome guy i know. please pay your respects to everyone. Sherri and family, you will alwys be in my prayers. no matter what people ACCUSE you of, always seek god's grace. if you do, everything will be OK. even though mitch is not with us, he will ALWAYS be in our hearts. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. :(
Posted by: Jan (Smeeks) Location: Belpre on Aug 21, 2008 at 07:50 PM
Sherry and Willy, I can't even begin to know what you and your family are experiencing. Although your "Why's" may never be answered, only God knows why, and I know that doesn't make it any easier. Just remember his smile, his laugh, and his silly little ways. Always know that he is forever in your heart every second of the day. May God be with you all in your time of loss.
Posted by: anonymous Location: PDJ on Aug 21, 2008 at 04:47 PM
FOR THOSE,THAT JUST HAVE TO KNOW, THE FATHER DID NOT KNOW HIS SON TOOK THE VEHICLE. I GET UP AT 4AM. LOTS OF TIMES. MY MOTHER TAUGHT ME, NO MATTER WHAT THE STORY. IF PEOPLE NEED OR WANT HEIP, JUST JUMP IN AND HELP. SO SISSY, THINK ABOUT THIS, I KNOW YOU MEANT WELL, BUT PRAY AND LOVE THESE FAMILIES. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
Posted by: Anonymous Location: MOV on Aug 21, 2008 at 03:11 PM
I don't know any of these families involved and I cannot imagine their pain. Financials are not of importance at this moment, but I'm sure that each month they receive the statement, it will just be another stab in the heart. Insurance probably will not cover the costs because neither one of these kids were old enough to possess a driver's license and if the report of the vehicle being stolen holds true, the insurance company will not pay. Nobody should be judging these two boys as they were kids who made a stupid mistake costing them their lives and hurting a lot of people in the process. I'm just glad that they didn't kill any other innocent victims on the highway that early morning. Also, if the toxicology report comes back and shows that the 15-year-old was intoxicated or doing drugs, the 13-year-olds family may have a lawsuit against the 15-year-old's family. Just food for thought.
Posted by: sherri Location: little hocking on Aug 21, 2008 at 12:28 PM
This is to anne, You are saying things that you should'nt. If you would of know my son and alex you would'nt say these things they were great kids who make a mistake all teenagers do. Have some respect for our familys. Mitch i will miss you so much, and alex i will miss you. Love you both with all my heart.
Posted by: joy family Location: ohio on Aug 21, 2008 at 08:58 AM
Thanks to all at the camp grounds no wonder theres such warmth behind the thanks this brings your way your special kindness brought such joy,it really made the day-and when any group of people does th thoughtful thins you do,its hard to find words warm enough to thank each one of you! thanks to all of you very speial people grandma Zelma Ill miss you alex God bless Willie and sherrie
Posted by: Patty Location: Little Hocking,oh on Aug 21, 2008 at 07:25 AM
My heart goes out to both families.Our family has beared 3 nephews and we know what both families are going threw my son Aaron knowed Mitch and he said he cared about everyone around him.Our prayers goes out to both families.
Posted by: Lisa Location: Little Hocking on Aug 20, 2008 at 11:41 PM
I know the two boys very well and their familys. The 2 boys is very nice and fun to be around with. Every day when Mitch saw my son he will always play ball with him or chase him around the house. He always made my son smile everyday. I will never forget the smile he always put on my son's face. He was like a big brother to him. Those boys are very good kids and they cared about everyone else. We will miss them very much. We will nerver forget all the good times. My God be with both of the familys.
Posted by: Stephie Location: Belpre, OH on Aug 20, 2008 at 11:24 PM
R.I.P BOYS
Posted by: rather not say Location: parkersburg on Aug 20, 2008 at 10:45 PM
ive followed this story from day one. i feel sorry 4 family & friends 4 having to go through something like this but most of all i feel sorry for the children. (they never had the chance 2 live life) theres been many comments made & some not so nice but by people wanting to be honest on this situation. everyone has made comments on how sweet these boys r yet others r saying how there were drinking & doin drugs, parties at parents home regualry, children aloud to take cars whenever they felt like it. (not even old enough 2 drive) asking for help from the comm may be wrong theres plenty of places to go without asking people u dont know. now i hear parents r planning 2 sue belpre 4 realeasing names b4 reports came back. (as if word of mouth wouldnt go from 1 person 2 another) all im saying is theres more 2 this story thans being put out....parents remember this when trying to be a friend to ur child instead of being the parent they need. really sorry 4 ur loss and if im being rude sorry.
Posted by: Lori Location: Belpre on Aug 20, 2008 at 07:08 PM
To the Joy and Fisher Families, my deepest sympathies. Just a thought for all, I don't think people post here to be mean or rude, I feel we are all just looking to make sense of this tragic loss. We need to remember "why" is not ever going to be answered and facts may only make us feel even more helpless. Lashing out through judgements and harsh words may be the only way someone can express dispair, sadness, or sympathy. At Alex's Memoria Service, Pastor Kent said "if everyone who attended services today, did just one thing kind for another there is no better way to pay tribute to his life". I feel the same could be said for Mitchell. I myself am up to this and plan to look at my boys in a new light, hold them closer when I hug them, listen closer when they want to talk and never let a moment go by that they don't know they are loved. I feel it is our responsibility to honor these boys and their families by letting their light shine through us. God Bless To All
Posted by: grandma Location: belpre on Aug 20, 2008 at 06:03 PM
today i went to pick up, my granddaughter from her first day of school ,this was her first year at the high school, 7th grade.i asked, how was your day? she had tears in her eyes and said to me,grandma it was the worst day of my life,because everyone ask me, about Alex. you see alex is my grandson and for the past four days,that is all that i thought about, not thinking what the lost of ALEX has done to my other four grandchildren, they are all as wonderful and precius as ALEX. THEY WERE ALL CLOSE TO HIM.Iknow Alex would not want me to mourn him and be sad.like always Alex would say, it's going to be OK grandma,don't worry. so,everyone love your grandkids and enjoy them,put yourself in their busniess,the'll say they don't like it,but take it from me, they love every minute of it.my grandkids love to here old and poor stories,as they call them. love your famliy and friends. MATT, GREG, LITTLE BROTHER, ABBEY. GRANDMA LOVES ALL OF YOU. AND GOD THANK YOU FOR GIVING US ALEX .
Posted by: Tina Location: Parkersburg on Aug 20, 2008 at 05:35 PM
Have anyone of you that are making such rude and ignorant comments even bothered to read the news headline that you are commenting on? "A fund to cover medical and funeral expenses has been set up for 13-year-old Mitchell Fisher, the second of two teens fatally injured in last Friday's accident at the intersection of Farson Street and Rockland Avenue in Belpre." I personally know Anne and her comments were only meant to ease minds as she knows how very expensive life-saving interventions can be, Her step-son lingered for several weeks , so she all too well knows what the arrival of 6 figure medical bills do when a family is still grieving. She was just expressing that there were many routes that the family can use if the donated funds fall short. May God bless these families with the strenth to endure this tragedy.
Posted by: Sissy Location: Belpre on Aug 20, 2008 at 05:10 PM
Can anyone tell us if the father called in the car as stolen before or after he heard of the crash? What made him notice that the car was missing at 4:30 a.m.? Why was he up, or was something else going on? Is it true that if you report a car as being stollen that you are no longer responsible for what happens to it, or is this just an insurance myth?
Posted by: Rich Location: Belpre on Aug 20, 2008 at 05:04 PM
Why is there a fund being set up for this kid, and not the other one? Can someone explain why we see promotion for this for one family, but not for the other? Are they worse off, or is it because he was driving? Somebody explain this one please!
Posted by: Anonymous on Aug 20, 2008 at 01:31 PM
I agree with Jon, Anne was just giving advice.
Posted by: Steve.y Location: Belpre on Aug 20, 2008 at 12:21 PM
Willie I have have been your friend all of our lives and I cant even start or pretend to that I know what you are going thru..Just know that I am here for you and sherri. My heart goes out to you all..
Posted by: Ohio girl Location: Ohio on Aug 20, 2008 at 10:54 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with the Fisher family. I do not know any of you, but I am praying for you. Keep your faith in God and pray and I know he will help you.
Posted by: Tam Location: Parkersburg on Aug 20, 2008 at 10:08 AM
As a mother my deepest sympathy to both families, you are enduring my greatest fear.. my prayers are with you. As a social services worker, I do believe that Anne from Belpre was trying to give advice to the families the article was in relation to funds available to help pay for the overwhelming expenses that both these families are facing.In my profession I routinely give the same advice, Anne from Belpre obviously has known the pain and the worry involved in sudden tragedies such as this and I saw nothing within "her" post that could have been misconstrued as malicious.(However following posts from both sides of the coin were uncalled for and off topic.) This is a public comment section meant to address helping the families cope with the costs of this tragedy.
Posted by: stacey Location: ohio on Aug 20, 2008 at 08:32 AM
people like anne and the people coming to her defense are what makes the world an ugly place. you are cruel miserable people! These were CHILDREN who made a bad decision, Your children and everyone elses could make a life altering choice at any moment too! People WANT to help this family. So go get a life while YOU still have the oppurtunity you take life and people in it for granted!
Posted by: edwin Location: parkersburg on Aug 20, 2008 at 08:28 AM
please everyone stop saying what is right or wrong, take the time to pray for the families, this is a sad time and my heart breaks for these families, think what it would be like for you to lose somone in the blink of an eye. these boys feel no pain now boy thier families carry it all now. befor eyou post your next thought stop ask god to guide you where you can help and let him put the words onto this page , give your son or daughter or family member a call or hug today and be thankful for what you have, an dif you know these families call them or stop by today and be there, if they have a hundred calls or visitors then they will be to busy to ponder thier lose for a few minutes
Posted by: NIKIE Location: LITTLEHOCKING on Aug 20, 2008 at 08:26 AM
mITCH YOUR SMILE WAS AMAZING YOUR SENSE OF HUMOR UNFORGETTABLE i WILL NEVER FORGET YOU NEITHER WILL MY KID'S MITCH HELPED MY LITTLE BOY FEEL BETTER WHEN I WAS DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER AND I AM CRUSHED I WONT SEE HIM THIS YEAR AND SO IS MY SON GROW UP PEOPLE!!!!!!!JUDGE NOT LESS YOUU BE JUDGED....
Posted by: ROOTS Location: COOLVILLE on Aug 20, 2008 at 07:38 AM
Please know sheri and Willy that you all are in our thoughts and prayers, We are so sorry for your loss. No words can take the pain away, my heart aches for you both. GOD BLESS!!!!
Posted by: Jon Location: Belpre on Aug 20, 2008 at 05:55 AM
This is such a sad tragedy, but I'm in hopes that the boys friends will take notice, and never make the same mistakes. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to family and friends. PS I think ANNE was just trying to offer good advice as to where the family can turn for help in addition to any donations made. I've had many dealings with Lambert Tattman, and I'm sure that they are working kindly with the families.
Posted by: Zyann Location: Ohio on Aug 20, 2008 at 05:36 AM
I hope that this tragedy is a lesson for all teens. Dangerous actions can have lethal endings to everyone involved. My prayers to those in grief.
Posted by: ohiomom Location: belpre on Aug 20, 2008 at 05:34 AM
First of all i would like to send my condolences to the Fisher family. And i would like to applaud them on the their tough decision of organ donation. you have made a tragic event into something positive for so many other families. May god be with you over the next few days and months.
Posted by: anoyamous Location: marietta on Aug 20, 2008 at 05:28 AM
I may not have know alex that well but i did know Mitch.I will miss them alot.Mitch was a cool person to hang around.He was nice to anybody.WE ALL MISS YOU!
Posted by: Anonymous on Aug 19, 2008 at 11:41 PM
I would like to offer my condolences to the Fisher family and applaud you in your tough decision to donate his organs. By doing this you have turned a tragic event turn into something positive for so many other families. May God be with you in the coming days.
Posted by: Peggy Location: Ohio on Aug 19, 2008 at 10:07 PM
So sorry about the loss of this young boy. My prayers go out to his family,friends and classmates.
Posted by: laura Location: cadiz, oh on Aug 19, 2008 at 09:50 PM
I am a Parkersburg native, and i have been following the news report by website since the accident. I have great sympathy for the families that have lost their children. It is a parents' nightmare to bury their child. Sometimes it helps to hear a word of condolence, sometimes you just hope you'll wake up from the nightmare. Something like this seems all too surreal. Two boys died before they had a chance to live and it is a tragedy. Regardless of how some comments in this bulletin were perceived please believe that everyone who has posted a comment grieves along with you and has meant no insults. My deepest sympathy goes out to both families. May you find light in the darkness, and God grant you strength and peace.
Posted by: Please help Location: Parkersburg on Aug 19, 2008 at 09:46 PM
We all need to keep both families in our prayers and JUST REMEMBER THE TRUTH WILL COME OUT AND THAT PERSON OR PERSONS WILL BE PUNISHED NOT ONLY BY GOD BUT BY THEMSELFS FOR WHAT THEY HAVE DONE AND THEY HAVE TO LIVE WITH THAT. It will all come out in the end and everyone that will be shocked that some people aren't who you think they are and will go how stupid could I have believed them. Prayers with both families.
Posted by: Anonymous on Aug 19, 2008 at 09:15 PM
God be with you boys and your families
Posted by: edwin davis Location: parkersburg on Aug 19, 2008 at 09:15 PM
dear anne in belpre. you know thier lose and pain why would you bring up the cost of these things now. i woul dgive my last penny to ease thier pain, thier isnt a human life that you can put a price on. who ever is out there tonight who thinks that they dont need to help or pray for these families please stop being judgemental and help and give
Posted by: anoyamous Location: Little Hocking on Aug 19, 2008 at 08:42 PM
Anne, your comment was very unesacary and extremely rude, you did not need to post that comment. Mitchell buddy I'll never forget you. thanks for the memories. I love you
Posted by: Candace Location: Coolville on Aug 19, 2008 at 07:51 PM
My deepest sympathy goes out to each family. The loss of a love one is undescribable, especially at such a young age. I am so sorry for your' loss. I am praying for you all daily and I hope you can find some comfort in thinking that these young men in a far better place surrounded with God's love. No one can know what you feel, and the days ahead will be long and hard. Please know that there are so many people praying for you and thinking of you during this difficult time. Keep your' head up for these two young boys. God bless you all.
Posted by: Anonymous on Aug 19, 2008 at 07:43 PM
well i didnt know eather of the family's but ya all is in our prayers.
Posted by: Brittany Location: Osborne on Aug 19, 2008 at 07:19 PM
I love you kid! you were amazing. R.I.P we will all be together soon.
Posted by: Local Teacher Location: OH on Aug 19, 2008 at 07:04 PM
Although I didn't know either boy, my heart breaks for the parents, the community, and their friends. The entire community is in my heart and my prayers.
Posted by: to aunt Location: Belpre on Aug 19, 2008 at 06:32 PM
How rude is this story not about financial aid Anne was only trying to help at a time like this no one is thinking straight and any help should be appreciated
Posted by: Willa Location: Parkersburg on Aug 19, 2008 at 06:17 PM
Dear Aunt I have perused these articles and comments for the past 4 days. Grief does not give u the right to be rude. Anne from Belpre was just offering advice because she has been there and SINCE there seems to be so much concern about the costs. I like many have bit their tongues due to the delicate nature of this tragedy. It was a terrible price for these boys to pay but it is a fact that it was their actions that led to this. So maybe you should get off your computer and go console instead of lashing out at anyone who does not verbalize to your liking.
Posted by: wvmom on Aug 19, 2008 at 06:15 PM
I agree, Anne, your post was unnecessary and inappropriate. A lot of people will want to help with the families expenses. If you choose not to, that's your business.
Posted by: reader Location: coolville on Aug 19, 2008 at 05:48 PM
dear anne your comment about the fund for the two boys that were killed in the auto accident was uncalled for. apprently you did not have such dear friends and family that thought enough of you to start a fund.
Posted by: aunt Location: belpre on Aug 19, 2008 at 04:57 PM
Dear Anne, Thanks for you input; however since you know the pain and suffering that both families are suffering right now your comment was not needed.
Posted by: Anne Location: Belpre on Aug 19, 2008 at 04:43 PM
Though this was a terrible tragedy, and I feel deep sympathy for both families, medical and death payments are generally a benefit of all auto insurance policies. I lost my husband, step son and nephew in 1998 to an auto accident and the associated costs were mine to pay. Additionally there are state programs that can help when a family "financially qualifies". Certainly there is no funeral home requiring that these costs be paid in advance and the hospitals have programs to cover medical debt when the family is unable to pay.
Posted by: mariah,keya,katlynn Location: belpre ohio on Aug 19, 2008 at 04:11 PM
we all love and miss both of you i cant belive what has happend this week and we will miss both of you guys a lott i did not know you at all but mybrother did a little i knew alex more than you but we will still miss you
Posted by: David Location: Little Hocking on Aug 19, 2008 at 03:47 PM
Wow i cant belive this has happened. I know i dont know Mitch that well but i know that he was a good person and i just cant believe this has to happen to someone that we all know and care for. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Fisher family. Iam truly sorry for what has happened. R.I.P Mitch Fisher We all will miss you.
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