Devin Spriggs and MaryBeth Tursi welcomed a healthy baby boy on September 7, 1997. Unbeknownst to them, their son Devin Spriggs Jr. would soon be in the fight of his life. At the tender age of 3, he was diagnosed with Medulloblastoma.

He achieved remission, but in May of 2007 - while a bright and active 3rd grader - his cancer returned. Despite that, Devin spent the first week of this school year in class. Never complaining of pain, Devin instead focused on his friends and schoolwork. His teacher, Mrs. Penny Mossbrucker, and his classmates will forever cherish that week. The following Monday Devin was admitted to CHOP and remained there until his passing. While he was at CHOP for his last weeks, Mrs. Mossbrucker and the classroom

paraprofessionals went to visit him and took a photo book that was made for Devin. Although he lost his hearing, he could read lips and pointed to photos of his classmates and Holly Glen Elementary School staff members.

The entire community was devastated when Devin sadly lost his courageous battle on October 8, 2007 at the tender age of 10.

Friend, student, and son; Devin loved t-ball, karate, hangin' at the beach, and going to school. His winning personality and bright smile won the hearts of everyone he met. He left his impression on the Holly Glen Home and School Association when - less than a week after surgery - he walked with a passion during a Walk-A-Thon to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Devin will be missed by many and forgotten by none. On April 18th, Devin's Elementary School dedicated a Garden in his memory. A plaque bearing his image reads, "This garden is dedicated to our student, classmate, and friend Devin Spriggs, Jr. As this garden grows, we are reminded of the love that Devin has forever planted in our hearts."

Devin will forever be a hero to those who knew him.