University of Idaho student Kaylee Goncalves shared heartbreaking, final post hours before death
posted a heartbreaking message online hours before her death — saying she was “one lucky girl” to spend every day with the close-knit group of friends.along with photos of herself surrounded by pals who included Ethan Chapin, 20, Madison Mogen, 21, and Xana Kernodle, 20.Shortly after posting the photo, the 21-year-old was found dead Sunday with Chapin, Mogen and Kernodle in an off-campus home.
University of Idaho students Kaylee Goncalves and Madison Mogen , Ethan Chapin and Xana Kernodle were found dead in Moscow, Idaho, on Sunday.Goncalves’ oldest sister, Alivea, released an emotional statement about the family’s loss.“She did absolutely everything she set her mind to. She didn’t hold back on love, fights, or life. Kaylee was the ultimate go-getter and constantly wanted an adventure,” she added.
Alivea said every one of her five siblings has a unique role in their family. As the middle child, Kaylee served as the “fairness fighter.” Alivea described her sister as always chasing adventure and living her life to the fullest, saying there wasn’t much anyone could tell Kaylee she couldn’t do.Kaylee Goncalves, 21, “was, is, and will always be our defender and protector,” her family said in a statement.Their mom, Kristi, said that after hearing the shattering news that Kaylee and close family friend Mogen were dead, it felt like she had lost two daughters, the outlet reported.
“Xana was so happy and loved, and it breaks my heart,” Jazzmin Kernodle wrote. “She was so lighthearted, and always lifted up a room. She made me such a proud big sister, and I wish I could have had more time with her.”In one post, Kernodle wished him a happy birthday, writing, “life is so much better with you in it, love you!”
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