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Remembering Maya Cano: A Life of Light | Des Moines News
A tragic July Fourth accident on Clear Lake took the life of 14-year-old Maya Cano, a radiant, kind-hearted teen just beginning her freshman year. On a personal watercraft with cousins, she collided with another boat—leaving her dead at the scene and her 15-year-old cousin critically injured. Maya, known for her positivity, compassion, and love of Stranger Things, LEGOs, and sunsets, had overcome personal struggles and dreamed of becoming a therapist. Her family remembers her as a beacon of love and courage, urging everyone to embrace kindness and seek help when needed. A memorial fund has…
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