Justin Andrew Braswell, 16, Of Nottingham

Justin Andrew Braswell of Nottingham died on Friday, Nov. 16. He was 16 years old.

Braswell was the son of Andy and Valarie Braswell, brother of Hailey Braswell, grandson of Lottie Spence, nephew of Rusty Lancellotti and his fiancé Allie Coufal as well as Christina Forrester and her husband Marshall. He is also survived by many loving relatives and friends.

He was a student at Perry Hall High School, according to Baltimore County Board of Education member Julie Henn, who lives in Perry Hall.

"My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of this Perry Hall High student, that they may be comforted by the love of a community that mourns with them," Henn said in a statement. "No words can adequately describe the pain of losing a child."

Family and friends will gather to honor Braswell's life from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 21, at Evans Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services, 8800 Harford Rd., Parkville.

A funeral service will be held at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 21, at Evans Funeral Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, people may make memorial contributions in the name of Justin Andrew Braswell to Defenders of Animal Rights, 14412 Old York Road, Phoenix, MD 21131.

Perry Hall High School reportedly notified families over the weekend about the loss of a classmate.

"Today is a difficult day for the Perry Hall community," the Perry Hall High School Counseling Department said in a statement on Monday, Nov. 19. "We have Baltimore County’s crisis team here today to support students and staff. If you need support or to process your feelings, please make sure to contact or come down to see your counselor."

Students may visit the Perry Hall High School Counseling Department or call 410-887-5110.

Also, there are resources available to help people around Maryland who are in crisis.

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