Turrill Elementary School family dedicates "Hunter’s Field" in memory of Hunter Felton

A new baseball backstop, benches and sign were dedicated Thursday, November 5th, in memory of Hunter Felton, a popular Turrill Elementary School student who passed away in 2007.

The new sign at the baseball diamond at Turrill Elementary School includes a picture of Hunter in his baseball outfit. Baseball was Hunter’s passion.

At a presentation before the dedication, Parent Crystal Klebba presented a photo and remembrance album to Hunter’s parents from Hunter’s classmates. Crystal’s son was a friend and classmate of Hunter’s.

Local businesses that contributed to the new ball field and dedication ceremony were: Walmart, Kroger, Max’s Doughnuts, Past Tense, and Lapeer Rent All.

Hunter’s mother, Sam Felton and Hunter’s Dad, Rick Felton, expressed their appreciation for the efforts of many people to make the new baseball field a reality.

Photos: The sign with Hunter’s picture and Hunter’s parents watching blue and white balloons float into the sky after students released them when a ribbon was cut officially opening the field.

More photos of the dedication can be found on the District’s photo gallery.