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Funeral Set For Ava Moore, Teen Killed In Grapevine Lake Jet Ski Crash
Funeral services for 18-year-old Ava Moore, killed in a hit-and-run jet ski crash while kayaking on Grapevine Lake during Memorial Day weekend, will be held at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, May 31, at The Met Church in Fort Worth, with full military honors from the United States Air Force to follow outside the church.
Moore, a 2024 Timber Creek High School graduate, was visiting her parents in North Texas when the crash occurred on Sunday. A recent graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy Preparatory School on May 19, she was set to join the U.S. Air Force Academy's Class of 2029 and begin basic training in weeks.
The family has requested privacy as they grieve, stating, 'We are so thankful for the countless messages and demonstrations of love and support but most grateful for the many prayers we have received. This is a difficult time for all involved but also an opportunity for our beautiful girl to continue to impact our community. Out of this tragedy, God will make good and that only can be accomplished through forgiveness. We respectfully ask for our time and privacy to grieve, and thank you for all of your kindness and support. God bless.'
Known for her leadership, Moore played basketball at the preparatory school and aspired to become a four-star general, according to her coach, Ke'sha Blanton.
'She talked all year about becoming a four-star general one day because she loved it,' Blanton said, per Fox 4 KDFW. 'She made those around her better.'
U.S. Air Force Academy Superintendent Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind added, 'We lost an exemplary teammate this weekend – Cadet Candidate Ava Moore, whose passion for leadership and service left an impact on everyone she met. Her constant happiness and attitude helped her squadron get through the challenges of the Prep School, and her drive to excel was on display as she sought out leadership positions to improve herself and her team.'
The service at 11301 N. Riverside Drive will honor Moore's legacy, with the Air Force ceremony underscoring her commitment to military service. Authorities continue to investigate the crash, with two illegal aliens in custody, as reported by The Dallas Express.
