The family of a mother and daughter killed last week in North Catasauqua have started a GoFundMe to help pay for their funeral services, which are scheduled for this weekend.
Rianna Glass, 16, and her mother Rosalyn “Rose” Glass, 39, were killed Thursday morning in their home along the 1100 block of Railroad Street in North Catasauqua.
The campaign, launched Tuesday, had raised more than $20,000 of its $25,000 goal as of Wednesday. Those who wish to donate may do so here, .
Northampton County District Attorney Terry Houck said John Derwin Bradley, 17, of North Whitehall Township, killed the two and fled in Rosalyn Glass’ car. Bradley had previously been in a relationship with Rianna, according to authorities.
He remains charged with two counts of homicide and one count of theft.
The Glass family said in the GoFundMe page that they were devastated by the loss, and that they were unprepared for the high cost of two funeral services.
“We want to give them both the memorial they deserve, to honor their memory and to say our final goodbyes,” the post reads in part. Leftover funds will be donated to
Services for the two are scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday at the Reichel Funeral Home at 326 E. 21st St. in Northampton, according to an . Family and friends may call there from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday.
Rosalyn Glass was known for her love of singing and dancing, according to her obituary. She worked at iHerb, an Easton distribution center for an online supplement retailer, and was also a member of Grace Christian Fellowship in Bethlehem.
Rianna, a Northampton Area High School junior, liked to dance, and was involved with the 3D Dance Studio in Northampton, the obituary states.
