South Haven is mourning the death of 17-year-old high school senior Devon Smiley, who was killed when his car hit a tree in Allegan County’s Ganges Township early Sunday morning. Winter Ellis was among his classmates who went to a vigil at South Haven High School yesterday afternoon to remember her friend, known better as “Devo.” She says he had a huge impact on the school.
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Martrece Wright says his friend lived up to his last name, and echoed a common theme.
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Twelve-year-old Jaden Hollist says Smiley never hestitated to help younger kids.
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Police say Smiley was believed to have been headed home from a Halloween party when he crashed. He was dead at the scene. Alcohol and speed have been ruled out as factors.
