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Final Farewell For Delaware Teen Killed In School Assault

WILMINGTON, Del. (CBS) - Family and friends gathered Sunday to say goodbye to the Delaware teenager whose life was taken far too soon.

Funeral services were held for 16-year-old Amy Joyner-Francis. She died more than a week ago from injuries suffered during an assault inside Howard High School in Wilmington.

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Classmates and teachers were all among those paying their final respects.

"I came out today to show my respects to the family," says senior Courtney White. "I don't condone what happened. I want to show her family that I care."

"She's a great person and the kids are great," adds teacher Al Sarmad. "I just hope the guilty will be punished."

An investigation into the teenager's death is ongoing. No charges have been filed so far.

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