Boy Wasn't Suicidal, Grieving Family Says ; Injured Driver Faces Murder Charges

The Record, Bergen County, NJ › December 23, 2004

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SOUTH BRUNSWICK - The family of a high school student killed in an auto accident disputed reports that he was involved in a suicide pact with the driver of the car, who was injured in the crash.

Through a spokeswoman, the family of 15-year-old Richard Von Deesten described him Wednesday as an upbeat, active teenager who was looking forward to his plans for the Christmas break and beyond and had expressed interest in joining the military after he graduated from high school.

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Boy Wasn't Suicidal, Grieving Family Says ; Injured Driver Faces Murder Charges

"Richard had a caring and generous spirit, and he brought great joy and laughter to his famil...

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