MCPHERSON COUNTY —USD 418 schools are closed Monday, October 26, as many of our staff members attend the funeral of 6-year-old Cole Adrian, who was killed after he was struck by a truck at Stryker Sports Complex on Oct. 17.

Cole and Nicholas Schafer, 35, both from McPherson, were killed, and 10 others were injured.

"We continue to grieve alongside our school community and are grateful for the compassion and support shown to one another during this difficult time. Thank you for your understanding and for continuing to care for one another,"&nbsp;Dr. Cody Rierson, Superintendent wrote on the school district social media page.

Cole's funeral service is set for 10 a.m. at the Free Methodist Church of McPherson, located at 1010 S. Maple St. Following the service, there is a private graveside service.

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 </figure>MCPHERSON COUNTY —USD 418 schools are closed Monday, October 26, as many of our staff members attend the funeral of 6-year-old Cole Adrian, who was killed after he was struck by a truck at Stryker Sports Complex on Oct. 17.Cole and Nicholas Schafer, 35, both from McPherson, were killed, and 10 others were injured."We continue to grieve alongside our school community and are grateful for the compassion and support shown to one another during this difficult time. Thank you for your understanding and for continuing to care for one another,"&nbsp;Dr. Cody Rierson, Superintendent wrote on the school district social media page.Cole's funeral service is set for 10 a.m. at the Free Methodist Church of McPherson, located at 1010 S. Maple St. Following the service, there is a private graveside service.

McPherson schools closed Monday for funeral of 6-year-old