USC Obituary – Eliana “Ellie” Peterson Found Dead at 650 Lincoln Housing, Loved Ones Pay Tribute
Join us as we remember the life of USC student Eliana “Ellie” Peterson, found deceased at 650 Lincoln Housing. Loved ones share heartfelt tributes to
Columbia city and the University of South Carolina community are grieving the horrible death of Eliana M. Ellie Peterson of Columbia, who body was discovered Tuesday at the 650 Lincoln student housing complex in the 600 block of Lincoln Street.
Eliana “Ellie” Peterson Obituary Carolina University of South Carolina
Ellie, a first-year chemistry student from Sumter, South Carolina, was studying at USC. According Richland County Coroner Naida Rutherford, she was determined to be deceased at the scene. Under supervision of the USC Police Department, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) continues investigating the events around her death.
Officials at the university have stated there is no danger to campus; USC's Student Affairs staff is offering counseling and support to students, staff, and faculty affected by this tragedy.
Deeply mourning the passing of a young life full of promise are members of the Columbia community, classmates, friends, and family. Ellie Peterson is remembered for her brilliance, her commitment to her studies, and the good influence she had on those around her. Her passing has greatly impacted the USC campus and the greater Columbia region, therefore depriving everyone who knew her of something irreplaceable.
As law enforcement continues its probe, the neighborhood comes together to honor Ellie's life, provide sympathies, and support her family through this almost unimaginable catastrophe.
Everyone who knew Eliana Ellie Peterson would recall her life, even if regrettably short. As she rests in peace, her family, friends, and the Columbia community are surrounded with comfort and strength.
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