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A Bench for Fletcher’s Legacy | Minneapolis News
In Minneapolis, a heartfelt memorial bench overlooking Grass Lake honors Fletcher Merkel, the eight-year-old who lost his life in last year’s school shooting. Dedicated at his favorite spot, the bench features an inscription celebrating his fishing triumph — “For the boy who proved there are fish in Grass Lake.” Fletcher’s mom, Mollie, says it’s a daily source of peace, watching sunsets from where he loved to watch wildlife. The community rallied after the tragedy, raising $3,000 and offering meals and support to the family. Now, just before the one-year anniversary, the bench is already…
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