DENHAM SPRINGS - Denham Springs High School is mourning the loss of Senior Adelie Latta after she passed away over the weekend due to injuries following a car crash.

Adelie Latta, a senior powerlifter at Denham Springs High School, fought to survive her injuries for 27 days, the school's powerlifting team said.

"If you were ever at a meet with her or saw her on the platform, you received nothing less than a great joke and an infectious smile," the powerlifting team wrote on a social media post. "She was someone who lit up a room the second she walked in. Respected by all of her teammates as a leader, a shoulder to cry on, and an ear to listen, she represented everything we preach within our team."

Latta was an organ donor, her mother said.

"If I can't use them, let someone else!" Latta

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