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(KSL News) The funeral for the 11-year-old boy who was killed by a bear will be tomorrow.
Today, Samuel Ives' family issued a statement expressing their gratitude for the support they've received from coast-to-coast. It reads:

We are sincerely grateful to the many people who have given generously to the family including, love, support, service, gifts, and flowers. Our family cannot thank you all by name publicly, but we want everyone to know how much this means to our family. Your kindness has helped us in many ways. Once again - thank you all."