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Emilio Tarr died on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 1:13 p.m., according to a GoFundMe campaign launched by his mom, Elaina Tarr.
He was a sixth grader at Elkins Park School in Cheltenham.
Emilio was swimming with friends on Sunday, Sept. 1 when he suffered "a tragic drowning accident," his mother previously wrote. Emilio was hospitalized and later died. "Our shooting star was sent to heaven," Elaina Tarr wrote in an update.
"As a family, we are facing not only the emotional toll of this crisis but also the overwhelming financial burden that comes with it. The expenses are mounting, and we humbly ask for your support to help us stay afloat during this critical time."
His viewing followed by his funeral will be held at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church located at 230 West Coulter Street in Philadelphia on Tuesday, Oct. 1 beginning at 8 and 10 a.m. respectively.
Guests are asked to wear black, white, and/or red.
Click here to find a video posted on the funeral home's website.
Click here to donate to the GoFundMe.
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