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Natalie Becker, overcome with emotion, addressed those gathered, supported by her husband and daughter.
“I know my wonderful son would have chosen the same path without hesitation because that’s who he truly was,” she shared through tears.
In her heartfelt message, she expressed deep appreciation for the strangers who displayed courage akin to her son’s.
“I am grateful to all who tried. Thank you, Anthony, for reassuring my son of his family’s love; those were likely his final words,” she conveyed.
A growing memorial marks the place where the hospital security guard took his final breath.
Dozens of flowers, candles and messages from strangers who never knew him but won’t forget what he did.Â
“The number of people gathered here is a powerful reflection of just how many lives Aidan has touched,” local Farrell Paton said.
“Rest in peace Aidan, a real hero.”
The Becker family say they have been overwhelmed with their community’s outpouring of love.
More than $100,000 has been raised through an online fundraiser.
“The only reason we’re here and not curled up in a ball somewhere is because of each and everyone one of you,” Mrs Becker said.
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