Napier school’s touching tribute to pupil who died of cancer
A Napier school held a memorial event for a former student, Tyler Gray, who passed away from osteosarcoma at age 11. The event raised funds for the Child Cancer Foundation, honoring his memory and supporting families affected by childhood cancer.
Why it matters
It highlights community resilience and the ongoing need for support systems for families dealing with pediatric terminal illness.
Tyler Gray with his parents Jarred Gray and Kelly Hill.
A Napier school has paid special tribute to one of its former students who died following a battle with cancer.
Tyler Gray died in 2024, aged 11, and is remembered fondly by loved ones as someone who always wore a smile on his face.
Father’s Day marked two years since his passing.
His former school, Henry Hill School, staged a Wig Wednesday event in his memory, raising hundreds of dollars for the Child Cancer Foundation.
Tyler’s younger sister Sadie Gray, 7, attends the school and dressed up for the occasion alongside her schoolmates.
The school has supported several children through childhood cancer over the years – some of whom have beaten the disease, while others have sadly lost their lives.
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