Bennett Boyles (Photo courtesy Konni Smith)
Bennett Boyles is one of the happiest kids in Coupeville.
A huge smile dotting his face every time you see him, Boyles was part of this year’s 6th grade SWISH boys’ basketball squad, where his enthusiasm served him well.
But Bennett has also been slowed by a battle with autoimmune encephalitis, one which has taken a bad turn in recent weeks.
Doctors have found inoperable tumors on his brain stem, and Boyles is scheduled for six weeks of radiation therapy at Children’s Hospital in Seattle.
It’s now that we, as a community, need to really rally to support this young man and his family, which is headed up by mom Lucienne Rivera.
She’s a former CHS grad herself, whose own sunny personality closely mirrors her son’s.
As the treatments are administered, she’ll be commuting back and forth extensively from Whidbey to Seattle.
Bennett’s teachers at the Ebey Academy are leading the charge to support the family, and have held several fundraisers.
They are currently seeking additional help, whether it be financial donations, gas cards, ferry passes, gift certificates for food or prayers for the family.
Get well cards and posters would also be greatly appreciated.
Items can be dropped off at Ebey Academy (140 SE Terry Road), right across from the high school.
To make financial donations, pop over to:
Coupeville Sports 