BDog Posted February 28, 2009 Report Posted February 28, 2009 Posted on KOGT: A one vehicle accident early Saturday morning in Hartburg claimed the life of Dustin Lairsey (left). The 17 year old was a junior at Deweyville HS and quarterback of the football team this past season. Jacob Burris (right) was also in the vehicle but did not have any life threatening injuries. Athletic Director Russell McDaniel said Lairsey was a tough competitor who hated to lose at anything. "He will be missed," he said Our love and prayers go out to the Dupuy family.
skipper Posted February 28, 2009 Report Posted February 28, 2009 OMG. my prayers are with his familey ,now he is one of gods angles
KFDM COOP Posted February 28, 2009 Report Posted February 28, 2009 Deweyville QB Lairsey dies in early-morning accident Debby Schamber The Orange Leader The “heart and soul†of the Deweyville High School offense was killed about 4 a.m. Sat-urday on Highway 87 near County Road 4191. According to officials with the Texas Department of Public Safety, Destin Lairsey, 17, of Orange, was killed after the 1994 Chevrolet pickup he was driving took a curve too fast. The pickup left the roadway and struck several trees before coming to a stop. The passenger in the pickup, Jacob Burris, 17, of Deweyville, was transferred to Memorial Hermann Baptist Hospital-Orange. He is believed to be in good condition with minor injuries. His football coach, Russell McDaniel, said the junior at Deweyville High School was a great athlete with a very competitive spirit. “He was a fierce competitor,†McDaniel said. Lairsey had also just started baseball season. McDaniel said the school will have counselors available at the campus for students who need counseling regarding the tragedy. “This is one of those tragedies in life that sometimes happen,†McDaniel said. “We will do everything we can.†McDaniel said he is not aware of any funeral services scheduled as of yet.
john sims Posted February 28, 2009 Report Posted February 28, 2009 Our love and prayers go out to the family and community. We love and will miss you Destin.
bullets13 Posted March 1, 2009 Report Posted March 1, 2009 a real tragedy... thoughts and prayers from beaumont.
cornhusker Posted March 1, 2009 Report Posted March 1, 2009 The family and friends are in our prayers from the Lady Dogs and the Mid County area.
pngfan1 Posted March 1, 2009 Report Posted March 1, 2009 Prayers to the family, community, and students.
hdbasketballstar Posted March 1, 2009 Report Posted March 1, 2009 That's horrible. I played against him and coach is right, he was one heck of a competitor. Prayers go out to the family and friends of Destin. Has anyone heard anything on the funeral services yet?
kvillefootball50 Posted March 1, 2009 Report Posted March 1, 2009 prayers from kirbyville go out to the friends and family of destin.
NDNWarrior Posted March 1, 2009 Report Posted March 1, 2009 Prayers for the Lairsey family from this PNG Indian. God Bless You in this time of need.
DP#1FAN Posted March 2, 2009 Report Posted March 2, 2009 Prayers to the family. He was a fine young man.
grizzly62 Posted March 2, 2009 Report Posted March 2, 2009 Prayers to his fam and friends from orange!!!!
rhino1877 Posted March 2, 2009 Report Posted March 2, 2009 Visitation will be at First Baptist Church-Deweyville from 3-9 Funeral will be at 2:30, same place.
Justme Posted March 2, 2009 Report Posted March 2, 2009 Little man with big heart. Prayers to the friends and family. God be with you.
Rebel Yeller Posted March 2, 2009 Report Posted March 2, 2009 Evadale send our prayers to the family. God bless all those touched by this tragic accident.
southland Posted March 3, 2009 Report Posted March 3, 2009 Prayers to Destin's family, friends and school facualty. He had the biggest heart and the greatest smile!!!!!! He was a friend to all. He is already so greatly missed. Please continue to pray for his family, friends and our entire school system and community. We feel such a gap in our hearts and our lives. But we will carry Destin with us in our hearts wherever we go and whatever we do. He will never be forgotten.
check3 Posted March 4, 2009 Report Posted March 4, 2009 Thanks for the prayers...Much appreciated. Destin touched so many lives in our community. Please continue praying for his family as they carry on with there lives. For such a little guy he left a huge whole in heart. Destin, I miss you already brother. I love you.
Guest ECBucFan Posted March 4, 2009 Report Posted March 4, 2009 BIG time condolences from the EC community. :'(
BearBryant Posted March 4, 2009 Report Posted March 4, 2009 Evadale send our prayers to the family. God bless all those touched by this tragic accident. Amen to that. I feel for the Lairsey family and extended Deweyville family as well. May God be with you all. That kid was one heck of a competitor and a great kid as well. God speed on his family's recovery.
Guest THE SCOUTER Posted March 9, 2009 Report Posted March 9, 2009 My prayers go out to that young man and all his family.
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