COLUMBUS, Ohio — Dozens of central Ohio families whose loved ones were murdered gathered Monday night for an emotional ceremony at Franklin Park Conservatory’s Wells Barn, united by grief and a shared mission to keep victims’ memories alive.

The event marked the 35th annual Candlelight Memorial Ceremony organized by the central Ohio chapter of Parents of Murdered Children and Other Survivors of Homicide Victims, a nonprofit that provides support to families navigating traumatic loss.

“None of us wish that we were part of this group, and I know that I'm very grateful that we found it,” said Marcia Tucker, who joined the chapter the same year it was founded in 1990 and serves on the board. “Tonight, we remember not only our loved ones, but also all murder victims across the nation and in c

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