Declan Carter Death: The Northville community is grappling with the tragic loss of 12-year-old Declan Carter, a student from Our Lady of Victory (OLV), who passed away following an accident during a school field trip to the Howell Nature Center. A tree unexpectedly broke and fell on Declan during the trip, causing severe injuries. Despite being airlifted to Mott Children’s Hospital, he tragically passed later that night.
Known for his vibrant personality, athleticism, and academic achievements, Declan was a beloved figure within his school and the broader community. His passing has left a profound void for his family, classmates, and neighbors. Northville Mayor Brian Turnbull expressed his deep sorrow, highlighting Declan’s potential and his personal connection with the Carter family, emphasizing the community’s support during this heartbreaking time.
The Carter family, well-respected in Northville, includes Declan’s father, John Carter, a City Council leader, his mother Liz, and his sisters Georgia and Ainsley. The town has rallied around the family, with Mayor Turnbull petitioning for the flag at City Hall to be lowered to half-staff in Declan’s honor. Support services, including grief counseling, are being provided to Declan’s classmates and the wider community as they come to terms with this immense loss.
Declan’s memory and spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew him, with Northville united in its grief and prayers for the Carter family.