SOLANCONEWS.com -- Governor Asks Public to Respect Amish as They Bury Their Daughters

Governor Asks Public to Respect Amish as They Bury Their Daughters

HARRISBURG -- Governor Edward G. Rendell issued the following statement Wednesday as Amish families prepare to lay to rest five young girls who were killed in Monday's Amish school shooting. The Governor has contacted leaders in the Amish community to offer Pennsylvania State Police presence if they choose.

“Our hearts are heavy as our entire Pennsylvania family is mourning the senseless loss of these young lives,” said Governor Rendell. “We are praying for the girls, their families and the entire Amish community as they prepare to lay their loved ones to rest.

“During this difficult time, I am asking everyone, media included, to please observe Amish traditions and customs and allow them to carry out their funerals in privacy. Please do not intrude on that privacy during what is one of the most difficult times in their community’s proud history.

“I have offered State Police presence at the funeral, if Amish leaders think it is appropriate. It would be a terrible sin if these families are harassed during their time of grieving. Please respect not only their tradition, but their God-given right to mourn the loss of their loved ones in privacy.”

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