Balloons line the funeral procession route for Jayden Spicer

BREATHITT COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Family, friends, and community members came together to honor the life of 10-year-old Jayden Spicer, who was laid to rest Thursday after his tragic death earlier this month.

Jayden, remembered as a bright and energetic child who loved life, was honored with red, blue, and Spider-Man balloons — a nod to his favorite superhero. Messages written on the balloons were released as part of his farewell.

Catholic Church “Missionary of Mercy” Father Jim Sichko, who has been present in the community since Jayden was first reported missing, said it was important to make sure the young boy received a proper burial.

“I wanted to make sure that Jayden had a proper farewell. That meant making sure th

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