Shock and grief have enveloped the tight-knit community of Didsbury as family and friends come to terms with the tragic loss of two teens, Reid Holuk, also known as Reid Fisher, and his close friend Lila Morrison. The somber event unfolded on Wednesday at approximately 5 p.m. when emergency crews responded to a single-vehicle collision at the intersection of Township Rd. 292 and Range Rd. 14, situated between Crossfield and Carstairs, just 50 km north of Calgary.
“This is beyond comprehension. Devastating. (Reid) was the apple of (his mother’s) eye,” the friend said. As the news spreads throughout Didsbury and beyond, friends, family, and community members are grappling with the loss of two vibrant individuals. Reid Holuk, also known as Reid Fisher, was a familiar name in the community, and his sudden departure has left an indelible mark. The teens’ connection and friendship were evident to those who knew them.
The void left by their absence is not only felt in the hearts of their families but resonates throughout the community, where they were active and well-liked members. In the coming days, the community is likely to come together to mourn, remember, and celebrate the lives of Reid Holuk and Lila Morrison. The tragedy serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of supporting one another through times of sorrow.
As the investigation into the accident continues, the community is left grappling with the profound impact of the loss of these young lives. The legacy of Reid Holuk and Lila Morrison will undoubtedly endure in the memories of those who knew and loved them, forever etched in the heart of Didsbury.
The victims, a 14-year-old girl and a 16-year-old boy, were found lifeless at the scene. According to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), the teens were returning from a trip to CrossIron Mills mall at Balzac in a Dodge pickup truck when the tragic accident occurred. Reid Fisher’s mother, Rachelle Fisher, shared the heartbreaking news on her Facebook page, expressing the depth of her sorrow. In her post, she quoted a biblical passage and shared poignant words about the sudden loss of her son.
“It is with unimaginable sorrow that I share this sad news; yesterday afternoon, the Lord called my son Reid home. After a great day spent with his ‘love you more,’ they were suddenly taken from us in a tragic accident,” wrote Rachelle Fisher. The community, reeling from the devastating news, is struggling to come to terms with the untimely deaths of two young lives filled with promise. A family friend, choosing to remain anonymous, described the overwhelming shock and grief within the community.
