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HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) – The family of a 12-year-old Mountain Gap Middle School student who died by suicide last week is sharing her story, hoping it will help other parents and children recognize the warning signs.
Lindsey Mae Swan was described by her mother, Brittany Booth and stepfather, Jason Booth, as a girl full of life who stood up for others, never backed down from a challenge, and dreamed of becoming a marine biologist.
“Even before she was born, I knew she was special,” her mother said. “She stuck up for others that were afraid to speak up for themselves, and dared anyone to push around her friends or her siblings.”…