Young Gymnast Carissa Crowder Mourned by Rhythmia Gymnastics Club and Kimberley School

• Rhythmia Gymnastics Club paid tribute to young gymnast Carissa Crowder following her death
• St Patrick's CBC in Kimberley remembered Carissa as a Grade 6 pupil, acknowledging the grief felt across its community
• The cause and date of Carissa's death have not been confirmed in the statements available

Rhythmia Gymnastics Club and St Patrick's CBC in Kimberley are mourning the death of young gymnast Carissa Crowder, a Grade 6 pupil whose passing has left both communities grieving.

St Patrick's CBC shared a message of remembrance for Carissa, acknowledging the sadness her death has brought to the school. The tribute recognised the impact she had on those around her during her time as a pupil.

St Patrick's CBC remembers Carissa

The school described Carissa's absence as one that would be deeply felt by her friends and teachers alike.

"We will treasure our memories of her and remember her with love," the school said in its statement.

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St Patrick's CBC also extended its condolences to Carissa's family, noting that no words could ease the pain of such a loss. The school said it was holding her family, friends, classmates, teachers and all who loved her in its thoughts and prayers, closing its tribute with the words:

"May Carissa's soul rest in God's loving care."

Rhythmia Gymnastics Club joins in mourning

Carissa's gymnastics community has also come forward to honour her memory. Rhythmia Gymnastics Club added its voice to the tributes, reflecting the reach of Carissa's presence beyond her school life. Further details about her gymnastics career and achievements have not been independently confirmed.

As seen in the post below on Instagram.

The cause and date of Carissa's death have not been disclosed in any of the statements available at the time of publication.

Briefly News extends its condolences to Carissa's family, friends, classmates, teachers and everyone affected by her passing.

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