South High Remembers Student Killed in Tragic Plane Crash

It’s been one year since Corey Tindall died in a plane crash that also killed former U.S Sen. Ted Stevens and two others. Now, her family and high school are making sure her legacy lives on.

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By Corey Allen-Young

Story Created: Aug 17, 2011 at 10:10 AM AKDT

Story Updated: Aug 17, 2011 at 1:52 PM AKDT

A year after she died in the tragic plane crash that also killed former U.S. Sen. Ted Stevens, the family of Corey Tindall and her high school are determined to make certain that her legacy lives on.

South High School students and staff, and Corey’s loved ones are making sure her passion for debate can help others reach their dreams.

“She was very special—exceptional,” said John Tindall, Corey’s father. “And these debate kids as I learned are exceptional kids.”

Shawn Briscoe, head coach of the South High School debate team, remembers Corey as a focused competitor who would often make wisecracks if things ever got too serious.

She was a daughter, a jokester, and a teammate who is missed every single day.

“The students are still having a hard time with it,” said Briscoe. “I haven't had a day since it happened that I haven't thought about her.”

Now, a year after her death, those who loved her are dedicated to celebrating her life in the form of a fund that will allow the debate team students to travel, compete and go to college.

The fund has raised $75,000 so far.

“The anniversary was very difficult to go through, but part of the reason for setting up the Corey Fund was keeping her memory alive,” said Tindall.

A group of Corey’s friends who are active within the school community wanted to commemorate her life with a memorial on campus, explained Kersten Johnson-Struempler, principal at South High School, which will be unveiled later this week.

The Corey Tindall Memorial Speech and Debate Fund will give out $25,000 in scholarships every year.

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hendrika flamee said on Wednesday, Aug 24 at 7:07 AM

I am a Belgian friend of Corey since years and I miss Corey more and more.I never believed in coincidence and certainly not when many coincidences happen at the same time. The plane offered room for 9 to 10 people. I read on Internet that Ron Duncan & his wife didn'tjoin the VIPs instead or flying in their own plane? Who benefits of Dana's and Corey's death? FBI should reopen the case !!!

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John Tindall said on Wednesday, Aug 17 at 8:23 PM

The Corey Tindall Memorial Speech & Debate Fund, Inc. 11464 Discovery Heights Circle Anchorage Alaska, 99515 (NOTE: The Corey Fund is a 501(c)(3) corporation--donations are 100% tax deductible) Thank you, Corey's Dad

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jjj said on Wednesday, Aug 17 at 11:13 AM

Since Ted Stevens was about to go public on the HAARP weapon, I'm guessing the CIA killed him! If you want Corey Tindall's legacy to live on, figure out what REALLY happened on that day! I'm sorry if those are strong words, but I would like to know the TRUTH. wouldn't you?

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