Jarvon Coles, an 18-year-old high school senior and local football standout, was the victim of a drive-by gunshot this month. A week later, a big group met to remember Coles. In a remarkable show of charity, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts covered the funeral expenses, according to NFL Media.
Hurts, a Houston native, learned about Coles’ awful death and wanted to lend a helping hand. According to KHOU, he participated in the March 16 service at Light of the World Christian Fellowship Church, which drew a mixed crowd of relatives, friends, pastors, teammates, and local authorities. According to the site, Hurts delivered a video greeting to the family during the service.
Coles, a student at North Shore High School, a competitor of Hurts’ Channelview High School, died after being found comatose with a gunshot wound following a house party in Humble on March 10.
Police believe one or more attackers opened fire from a block distant before leaving in a car. Coles, a talented all-district linebacker with plans to attend Lamar University, maintained an impressive 4.1 grade-point average.
Coles’ impact on and off the field was immeasurable, according to North Shore assistant coach Kyle Herridge. “A truly great human being. Prayers are requested for his family, our student-athletes, staff, and the entire North Shore community.
Hurts has previously intervened in the fight against gun violence. The Pro Bowler actively participated in an Eagles program to buy back firearms in coordination with local law police.
He also collaborated with Penn Medicine to visit hospitalized victims of gun violence, hoping to shed light on the impact of such violence on individuals and communities.