BOSTON (MyFoxBoston.com) -- As the marathon trial continues, the victims' families continue the path to healing. And for the family of Krystle Campbell, that process includes focusing their energies on a Peace Garden in her name. We caught up with the Campbell family Thursday night for their reflections on both the trial, and how they continue to honor Krystle.
Bagpipers and Irish step dancers were a fitting tribute to not only the St. Patrick's Day season, but also to a freckled faced, red haired 29-year-old young woman from Medford, with Irish roots.
When asked what she thought Krystle would be thinking if she saw the garden, Patricia Campbell said, "She'd be overwhelmed. She wouldn't think she deserved anything like it to tell you the truth, she would say why?"
Krystle's father William said, "Her smile and her giving and her caring. That's how we want to remember our daughter."
Hundreds filled River's Edge in Medford Thursday night, including Krystle's friends and colleagues, plus, marathon hero Carlos Arredondo.
Mayor Tom Menino's widow Angela and Senator Elizabeth Warren were just two of the many in attendance to raise money for a Peace Garden in Krystle's name. It will be built next to Medford City Hall and will pay tribute to all the victims of the bombings.
Even though the Boston Marathon bombing trial going on right now, Krystle's parents tell us that they've made the decision to stay away from the courtroom.
"We didnt go to see the photographs. We were advised it would be too much. We don't want to remember her like that," Patricia said.
They do hope to see a verdict come quickly so they can continue to move forward with their lives.
As for the Peace Garden, organizers have raised about $1.2 million for construction, another $163,000 for design and more than $100,000 was raised Thursday night in private donations for maintenance.
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