Parents devastated after teen son's headstone destroyed
Devastated parents are looking for answers after their son’s headstone was attacked in an act they say has “destroyed their faith in human nature”.
Elaine and Grant McDonald, from the small town of Coraki in northern NSW, were horrified to find the headstone of their son, Ian Murray McDonald, obliterated into dozens of pieces.
Ian passed away in 1991, aged 15, and his grave at Coraki Cemetery was a lasting memory for his parents.
“We’re disappointed to say the least, angry and upset at the other end of the scale of the destruction of our son’s headstone at the Coraki Cemetery,” Ms McDonald wrote on Facebook.
“What goes on in these morons’ minds to destroy memorials to loved ones?” What are those people doing in a cemetery where people’s love ones are laid to rest?” she questioned.
The couple revealed their added disappointment after playing such a pivotal role in the town’s community over several decades.
“The healing process never goes away, this act destroys our faith in human nature. We have always shown respect for the community of Coraki and I served in the Coraki Hospital for over 27 years,” Ms McDonald added.
They have asked whoever was responsible for the damage to take responsibility.
“It would be good if someone came forward and showed remorse for this act,” she said.
Dozens of users on Facebook echoed their sentiments, slamming the culprit’s actions.
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“Just no respect, my heart goes out to the family,” one user said.
“Absolutely disgraceful – it is a very sacred place,” another commented.
Richmond Valley Council labelled the act as “despicable” via their Facebook page and urged anyone with information to contact police, who are aware of the incident.
Anyone with information on the incident is urged to contact Coraki Police on 02 6683 2244.
