Vigil Held For Bus Crash Victims, Survivor Speaks Out

BALTIMORE (WJZ) --  The reality of the deadly crash is starting to sink in within the community. While some mourn, others are taking part in a celebration of life, as a neighborhood is touched by tragedy.

Late Wednesday locals coming together in a sea of light and song. A vigil, at what's been described as one the deadliest crashes in Baltimore in years.

"I'm full up with words, I don't know what to say," said a man.

Six people losing their lives in the bus crash. Four of the families speaking out, including the family and friends of MTA  bus driver Ebonee Baker.

"It's just a tragic loss that's all I can say," said Baker's cousin Erin Johnson.

Hundreds of mourners have gathered here at the crash site along Frederick Avenue, including members of the Baker family.

"She was a lovable person. To know her it to love her," said Johnson.

Those close to 51-year-old Gerald Holloway, one of the passengers killed on the bus, mourn his loss.

"He was such a genuine person, it was hard to not love him," said his friend Denise Grant.

Terrance Casey's son says his father was a man of faith.

"He was outstanding, family oriented man, always about taking care of others," said his son, Curtis Letterlough.

As difficult as it is for the families of those died- for survivors, the horror is just as real.

"I woke up with glass in my mouth. I was sore on my right side all the way down. I was on my way to work I didn't know this was going to happen. I'm in so much pain it hurts," said crash survivor Michelle Kennedy.

The day is a pain many in this community share. Though hopeful, hat time really does heal their wounds.

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