Tragic Wreck Claims Life Of Byrneville Elementary First Grader

November 25, 2019

A tragic accident in Evergreen, Alabama, Sunday claimed the life a Byrneville Elementary School first grader.

Daniel Stewart, 7, was a passenger in a 2007 Chevrolet Colorado driven by his mother, 30-year old April Graham of Byrneville. Their vehicle was hit by a 2017 Jeep Wrangler driven by 20-year old William Farris of Pensacola on I-65 at the 96.4 mile marker, according to the Alabama State Troopers.

Stewart was transported to Evergreen Medical Center where he passed away from his injuries. Graham was uninjured.

Farris was transported to Evergreen Medical Center for treatment of his injuries.

A 2017 Chrysler Pacifica driven by 66-year old Philippe Abrigo of Orange Park FL. and a 2013 Ford F-250 driven by 55-year old Michael Callens, of Birmingham received minor damage in the crash. Abrigo and Callens were not injured.

Troopers are continuing their investigation and have not released any additional information.

Pictured: Seven-year old Daniel Graham in photo with Santa taken last Friday at Byrneville Elementary School. Photo for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.

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27 Responses to “Tragic Wreck Claims Life Of Byrneville Elementary First Grader”

  1. jerrilynn on December 13th, 2019 9:08 pm

    omg i cant imagin how hard this is for yall im so sorry that this happend i WILL pray for yall and dont forget that yall will be back one day and that he is waching over you all

  2. Jody on November 28th, 2019 11:22 am

    Sending prayers for strength to the family and friends.

  3. Tammy Davis on November 28th, 2019 12:37 am

    Our hearts and prays go out to the Graham family…R.I.p little Man you were so loved and will truly be missed dearly…

  4. John Doe on November 26th, 2019 10:36 am

    I can’t imagine how terrible this must be for the family of this little boy. Keeping them in my thoughts. Stay strong.

  5. Nikki on November 26th, 2019 9:12 am

    Lord in this tragic moment rest your hands on this beautiful baby’s family. We never know what tomorrow will bring and I ask you Lord to bring this family together . Holidays are always a blessing to bring us together and often times that’s the only time we see our family but I pray this family sticks together and gets through this together. They need you now more than ever Jesus. Bless you all in this very sad loss but know that in time you will all be together again one day.

  6. Stacey Calloway on November 26th, 2019 8:23 am

    I know there’s no words to heal the pain but I pray God will give you the comfort and peace that you will need over you and your family

  7. Danny Fuller on November 26th, 2019 8:03 am

    Spoke to the family yesterday, Wow so much faith, they are broken but they know their little man is in the presence of our Lord and Savior. God bless this family and guide them and strengthen them!

  8. Willene & Preston Bryan on November 26th, 2019 7:53 am

    Praying for Daniel’s family & friends.

  9. Kimberly Rand on November 26th, 2019 6:47 am

    Father we lift up Daniel’s family, friends of the family, teacher and fellow classmates to You and we praise You and glorify You for raining down your peace and comfort upon them all during this extremely difficult time. In Jesus’s mighty, powerful and precious name we pray, Amen!!!

  10. Sharon Riddle on November 26th, 2019 1:17 am

    My love and prayers go out for this childs family. Parents, Grand parents, Aunts,Uncles, Cousins and friends. Daniel was a great kid, respectful and very well mannered. He will truly be missed. Much love …

  11. Victoria Simmons on November 25th, 2019 10:15 pm

    So sorry to hear this. Such a sweet little face. Praying for the family.

  12. lester godwin on November 25th, 2019 7:57 pm

    GOD BLESS YOU BABY BOY. PRAYERS FOR HIS MOTHER AND FAMILY.

  13. Randon Watson on November 25th, 2019 7:50 pm

    I still can’t really find the words to adequately express our condolences. Troy, you and April are in our thoughts and prayers!

    Randon & Sarah

  14. Evelyn on November 25th, 2019 7:23 pm

    God Bless this family. Wrap your loving arms around them and comfort them. I know first hand the pain of losing a child. My heart goes out to you. You are in my prayers

  15. Why on November 25th, 2019 7:18 pm

    Sorry for the loss of a beautiful young life prayers for the family and friends of all involved

  16. Cindy Elliott on November 25th, 2019 6:02 pm

    I was caught up in traffic from this wreck and knew once we got to the wreakage, it wasn’t good. Prayers for the family…

  17. mike on November 25th, 2019 4:36 pm

    Such a tragedy…a little life gone, Dear God bless his sweet soul, bless the family and friends, Keep them in your loving embrace as they deal with this immeasurable pain of loss…In Jesus’s name…amen. I know first hand the pain of losing a child.

  18. Whisperjet on November 25th, 2019 3:44 pm

    ..praying for the family..that God will comfort them in their loss..so sorry…

  19. Kathy on November 25th, 2019 3:23 pm

    My heart goes out to this family. Prayers for them to get thru this. Heaven needed another angel.
    Prayers for the young man that hit them he will never get over this.

  20. Susan Slay on November 25th, 2019 2:55 pm

    Our God give April and Troy and family and friends the strength to get thru this terrible time of grief, and Father I ask you also to bring Farris William and family and friends to get thru this time of grief, whoever has to face the consequences of this terrible accident let them turn to you in this time of need for help Father. I know this could lead to a manslaughter case but Father I ask that it not be so cause this was not an intentional act on anyone’s part Heal the ones from all their hurts and pain. Let them all turn to you and call out to you Amen

  21. Nancy on November 25th, 2019 2:51 pm

    Praying for you and your family

  22. Deborah DaughertyI on November 25th, 2019 2:49 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss.Prayers for you and your family.

  23. Brian on November 25th, 2019 2:21 pm

    Heartbreaking.

  24. Kevin enfinger on November 25th, 2019 2:08 pm

    My prayers and thoughts are with April and Troy during this horrific event.

  25. Molino Mom on November 25th, 2019 1:54 pm

    Rest in Peace little fella. God must have needed you more than we did on this earth.
    To your mother, I pray that God will help her through the pain she must have right now losing you so soon.

  26. Jennifer on November 25th, 2019 1:48 pm

    The entire Century and surrounding communities hearts are broken for this wonderful family. They are in our continued thoughts and prayers.

  27. Becka Peebles on November 25th, 2019 1:47 pm

    Our prayers continue for Troy, April, their family and friends
    as well as the Byrneville Elementary family. Only God can
    Give each one the comfort and strength they need right now.
    He us the God of all comfort.