Funeral arrangements made for carbon monoxide victim
Posted Feb 6, 2018 7:18 pm.
Last Updated Feb 6, 2018 7:21 pm.
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Funeral arrangements have now been made for 12-year-old Trai Michael Schlichter, who died Sunday as a result of carbon monoxide exposure.
Schlichter was rushed to hospital in critical, life-threatening condition after the carbon monoxide levels inside his apartment reached 2,100 parts per million.
He later died in Alberta Children’s Hospital.
His mother Elysha posted details of the arrangements to her Facebook page Tuesday evening.
“A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2018, in Airdrie, Alberta for a lovely young man named Trai Michael Schlichter. Trai’s moms, Elysha and Jayla, invite all of Trai’s friends, family, teachers, coaches and neighbours to join them in honouring this beautiful boy’s life.”
She adds Trai’s favourite colours were black, orange, white and green, specifically lime green, and they’re asking people attending to wear any of those colours.
The funeral will get underway at 2 p.m. at the Airdrie Alliance Church.
A candlelight vigil has also been planned for Sunday evening at 6 o’clock at Nose Creek Park in Airdrie.
660 NEWS reached out to Municipal Affairs Minister Shaye Anderson for comment on the carbon monoxide situation Tuesday.
Anderson issued the following statement:
“We were deeply saddened to hear of this tragic event, and our sincerest condolences are with the family. The safety of Albertans is always a key priority for us, and Carbon Monoxide is no exception. Whether it’s at home or in the workplace, we strongly encourage the use of CO alarms in all buildings.”
“We understand that what happened in Airdrie is currently under investigation. We will keep a close eye on the results of that investigation to determine if there is anything further the province can do to ensure the safety of Albertans.”
