Remembering Harper Moisky
Minneapolis – A tragic event unfolded in Minneapolis when a mother reflected on her 10-year-old daughter, who lost her life in a recent mass shooting at a Catholic church. She described her daughter as fierce, curious, and full of humor, emphasizing that “she didn’t water herself.”
A gathering took place at an outdoor amphitheater near a lake to honor the life of Harper Moisky. The speaker at the event encouraged attendees to focus on creating a less violent society.
Harper, along with another student named Fletcher Merkel, both from Announcement Catholic School, were among the victims in the shooting on August 27. This incident also left 21 others injured. Authorities reported that Robin Westman, a former student, was armed with a rifle, pistol, and shotgun. During the mass, more than 100 rounds were fired, with Westman eventually succumbing to what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Harper’s mother, Jackie Flavin, expressed gratitude for the support received during this painful time, saying it helped lift her spirits when she felt overwhelmed, likening her feelings to being “in pitch black” at the bottom of the ocean. She remembered Harper’s dream of becoming a veterinarian and how her daughter showed them “how to be a light in the dark.”
“She had her own perspective, her own sense of style, her own way of being. She didn’t wait for permission. She didn’t water herself,” Flavin remarked, adding that Harper taught them to show up authentically.
Flavin described her daughter as “extra in the best way,” stating, “Harper did nothing along the way. I’m always choosing the premium version and always looking for an extra scoop.”
This gathering occurred just days after another fatal shooting incident involving conservative activist Charlie Kirk speaking at Utah Valley University. Attendees expressed frustration and sorrow over the persistent issue of gun violence, especially in schools.
Rabbi Jason Rodditch, a family member, encouraged people to step away from social media and avoid the negativity of current times, urging attendees to focus on the warmth within their community. “Do it for Harper. Do it for you,” he said.
