Daniel Fetner
Daniel Fetner
Daniel Fetner was a 17-year-old from Wilmington, Delaware.
Life and Activities
Daniel and his classmates during School Spirit Week
Daniel grew up and Delaware and is the son of Jill and Chip Fetner. He attended Pathways Middle & High School, a Private Christian School located in Wilmington, where he was a rising senior. [3]Deeply religious, Daniel's loved Christ and God, and many people noted that he was an old soul who had wisdom beyond his years. [2]His Facebook profile indicates that he was a proud supporter of Donald Trump. [3]
In addition, Daniel was extremely passionate about biking and meteorology and would go on adventures that would extend great distances.
Recently, he embarked on a bike trip across the Carolinas and would document his travels on Instagram. [3]During his trips, his pictures were featured on different weather reports including Charleston, South Carolina, Pilot Mountain North Carolina, and Snow's Cut, Carolina Beach State Park. [11]Daniel is remembered for his faith, friendliness, and loving nature. [3]
Death
On July 19th, Daniel was finishing up his 3-state long bike trip across South Carolina, North Carolina, Virgínia, and his home state of Delaware when a drunk driver ran into him about 30 miles from his home. [2]Daniel died at the scene. [1]Authorities say that the 42-year-old driver Ricky Pruett was extremely intoxicated and was charged with a DWI and felony death by motor vehicle. [1]He is currently released from prison after posting a $50,000 bond. [1]