PERRY, Iowa – The community of Perry, Iowa is preparing to say their final goodbyes to the principal who lost his life in the tragic shooting at Perry High School earlier this month. Dan Marburger succumbed to his injuries over the weekend, prompting arrangements for funeral services to be made.
According to the obituary, visitation for Marburger will be held on Friday at the Perry Elementary School Gym from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The funeral service is scheduled for Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Lutheran Church of Hope in West Des Moines.
The shooting, which occurred on January 4th, claimed the lives of both Marburger and a sixth grade student, Ahmir Jolliff. Additionally, six other individuals were injured before the 17-year-old student responsible for the shooting took his own life.
Investigators revealed that Marburger acted selflessly by putting himself in harm’s way to ensure the safety of the students under his care. The tragic event has left the community in mourning, but it has also sparked discussions about the need for better mental health resources and support for students, staff, and faculty in schools.
The loss of Dan Marburger has deeply affected the Perry community, and his memory will be honored by those who knew and loved him. The impact of this tragedy is a stark reminder of the importance of coming together to support and protect one another during times of grief and uncertainty.