The Friday shooting death of 22-month-old Aiden Michael McClendon on Jacksonville’s Eastside has sparked multiple vigils involving the mayor, sheriff, several City Council members and area ministers as they look for answers to stop the recent string of violence.
The emotional tributes for the toddler will continue throughout the weekend as his family plans to hold private and public viewings followed by the funeral at noon Saturday.
The funeral service will take place in the main sanctuary at Bethel Baptist Institutional Church at 215 Bethel Baptist St.