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‘He was our first grandson’: Fort Stockton family hosting 5k memorial run in loved one’s honor
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Sierra Burnett , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The inaugural Eddie Vela Memorial 5k will take place at Rooney Park.
A car accident in Fort Stockton claimed the life of a teenager, Eddie Vela, on June 29, 2025. He was a high school student who would have been entering his senior year. Eddie was part of his school's varsity cross country team, where his passion for the sport was evident.
His family is now hosting a memorial event to honor his life. The inaugural Eddie Vela Memorial 5k will take place at Rooney Park. This event is a way for his family to remember him and keep his legacy alive.
Further details about the memorial run and Eddie's life are available from local news sources, including an interview with his grandmother, Maggie Hernandez, who shared her thoughts on the loss of her grandson.
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Category: safety Published: July 15, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A car accident in Fort Stockton claimed the life of a teenager, Eddie Vela, on June 29, 2025. He was a high school student who would have been entering his senior year. Eddie was part of his school's…
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