GEORGETOWN — It is with deep regret that Superintendent Margaret Ferrick announces that Georgetown High School Assistant Football Coach Nelson Curet was killed in an incident in Boston, Saturday.
“The district is extremely saddened to hear of this tragic loss. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Coach Curet,” said Superintendent Ferrick. “We ask that our community members keep Coach Curet’s loved ones in their thoughts during this time.”
Georgetown High School Football Coach Mike Hill, Georgetown High School Principal Jeff Carovillano and Superintendent Ferrick met with students and families associated with the football program for support on Sunday.
Adjustment Counselor Beth Daly will be made available as well as other resources to support all students and employees during this difficult time.
“Nelson was an integral member of the Georgetown football family. The impact that he had on the students is immeasurable. His commitment to the support and development of the young men in the Georgetown community was bar none. We hold his family, children, the Mt. Ida community and all that knew him in our thoughts,” said Coach Hill.
The district is working to facilitate travel for members of the football team to attend Coach Curet’s funeral. Information will be shared in the coming days.
Services will be held Friday, July 7, from 9 a.m. to noon at the William F. Spencer & Son Funeral Home, 575 E. Broadway, South Boston. Burial will follow at Oak Lawn Cemetery, 427 Cummins Highway, Boston.
