Remembering Treb McKinnon and Extending Support to the Decatur Community – Heartfelt condolences are extended to the family, friends, classmates, and educators mourning the heartbreaking loss of Treb McKinnon, a student at McCarroll Middle School in Decatur, Texas. His sudden passing following a fatal accident has brought deep sorrow to the entire Decatur ISD community, leaving students, staff, and families navigating a grief that is difficult to comprehend.
Treb will be remembered as a valued member of his school community a young life filled with promise, curiosity, and connection. Although his time was far too brief, he touched the hearts of many around him, and his absence is being felt profoundly. In moments like these, the strength of a community becomes essential, and Decatur has come together in love, compassion, and unity to support all who are hurting.
District officials, staff, and the wider community have responded with care, creating spaces for students and families to gather, reflect, and grieve together. The First Baptist Church has opened its doors to offer comfort, while counselors will be available on campus to support those returning to school amid this tragic loss. These efforts reflect the commitment to ensure that no student, educator, or family member walks through this difficult time alone.
The McKinnon family is being held closely in the hearts of many, as countless people extend their prayers, kindness, and unwavering support. The community’s response speaks to the impact Treb had and the collective sorrow felt in the wake of his passing. May Treb’s memory be a source of comfort and may those grieving find strength in the compassion surrounding them. In this time of unimaginable pain, may the community continue to lift one another up with love, patience, and understanding.
