![GoFundMe Set Up For 15-Year-Old Lafayette High Student Who Tragically Passed Away](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2018/04/29296046_1524263581.3464.jpg?w=980&q=75)
GoFundMe Set Up For 15-Year-Old Lafayette High Student Who Tragically Passed Away
Teachers, students, team mates and friends are mourning shocking the loss of 15-year-old Jahzaiah "Jay" Colon. A GoFundMe account has been established to help his family with funeral and medical expenses.
Jahzaiah was a sophomore at Lafayette High. He was in the school's Gifted Program, and an outstanding soccer player. Only a sophomore, he was already on the school's Varsity Team and the Cajun Soccer Club Senior Academy.
Unexpectedly, Jahzaiah died of a medical condition last week.
From the GoFundMe page -
"Jay's family is devastated by his unexpected passing. They would greatly appreciate your prayers, love, and support during this difficult time. Jay will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends, and his presence and infectious smile will never be forgotten,"
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