Macdonough School Third-Grader Dies of Aneurysm

The death of third-grader Alondra Hernandez who suffered an aneurysm on Tuesday has prompted the community at Macdonough School to organize, providing food and financial support to help with the funeral and other costs. Organizers are also hoping to establish a memorial fund in Alondra's name.

The following information from Macdonough PTA President Jen Alexander has been distributed to families at the school: 

As you know, our school suffered a tragedy this week when third-grader Alondra Hernandez passed away. Our hearts go out to her family, classmates and teacher, and to the school community.

In the past few days, members of the PTA have been working with the school to assist the family however we can. At this point, there are two main ways that we can help, by offering financial support and providing meals for the family.

Donations 

If you are able to make a financial donation of any size, please read the notice below, and let others know if you think they would like to help.

Meals 

If you are interested in helping with meals, please 
sign up directly at the website set up for this purpose or call second-grade parent Monica Belyea at (860) 833-2365.

Thank you for your support, 
-Jen Alexander 

About the Alondra Hernandez Memorial Fund: 

Alondra Hernandez, age 8, has passed away Wednesday at Connecticut Children's Medical Center in Hartford, after experiencing an aneurysm on Tuesday while at school. Alondra was a sweet and wonderful young lady who touched the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know her. She is the beloved daughter of Mayra Sanchez, stepmother Nydia Marrero, and father Andres Hernandez, and leaves behind her older brothers and sister, and an extended family of uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.

A third grader in Miss Morello's class at Middletown's Macdonough Elementary School, Alondra will be remembered as a treasured friend, an exceptional young artist, and an enthusiastic member of Oddfellows Playhouse. She earlier attended both Moody Elementary and Bielefield Elementary in Middletown.

This tragic loss is felt deeply by the school community and throughout Middletown. Those who wish to contribute financially to help the family at this difficult time are welcome to make contributions to an account that the Macdonough PTA has established at Liberty Bank, with details listed below. Any proceeds that are raised will help with funeral and family costs, as well as establishing a memorial for Alondra.

Thank you for supporting this family through this sorrow. 
Regarding donations to the Memorial Fund for Alondra Hernandez :

Credit Cards 

•A facebook page has been set up with a link for making credit card donations online. Search facebook for the page called "Alondra Hernandez Memorial" or click on this link.

•For those who do not use facebook, credit card donations can be made at the following link.

Funeral arrangements

Alondra's funeral is scheduled for Monday. Click here for her obituary published in The Middletown Press.