Obituary, Death: Ella Riley Adler, a 15-year-old Ransom Everglades School student, tragically lost her life in a hit-and-run boat collision off Key Biscayne on Saturday.
Ella was a student at Ransom Everglades School and a member of the dance team, known for her radiant love and joy. She showcased her talent as a ballerina in The Nutcracker, captivating audiences in over 100 performances with the Miami City Ballet at the Adrienne Arsht Center.
The incident occurred around 4:30 p.m. while Ella was water skiing near Nixon Beach. A boater struck her and fled the scene. The last sighting of the boat was heading west from Nixon Beach. The vessel is described as having a light blue center console, potentially with blue or dark blue bottom paint, and equipped with three or four white outboard engines.
A first responder at the scene reported observing a significant amount of blood in the water. Ella was celebrating a friend’s birthday on a family boat at the time of the accident.
Ella’s family is deeply grieving her loss. They remember her as a compassionate individual who always stood up for what was right, expressing her thoughts with both warmth and grace. Additionally, Ella took great pride in her Jewish heritage, being the great-granddaughter of Holocaust survivors. Her family highlights her love for Israel and her lineage of strong Jewish leaders.
Ransom Everglades School’s Head praised Ella as an outstanding student, wonderful dancer, and active member of the Jewish Student Association and speech and debate team.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is conducting an investigation into the incident. A reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest or aiding the investigation.
Ella’s funeral service is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on Monday at Temple Beth Sholom in Miami Beach.
The community is shocked and saddened by the tragic incident, and condolences are pouring in for the family and friends of the victim. The incident serves as a reminder of the devastating impact of hit-and-run accidents on families and communities.
The search for the boater responsible for the hit-and-run continues, with a description of the boat and a reward offered for information leading to an arrest. The community is urged to come forward with any information to aid in the investigation and bring justice to Ella’s family.
Ella’s family and friends remember her as a vibrant and talented individual who will be deeply missed. The community comes together to support them during this difficult time.
The incident is a tragic reminder of the importance of safety and responsibility on the water. The community is urged to be vigilant and report any information that may aid in the investigation.
Ella’s legacy will live on through her love of dance and her passion for life. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
The community is coming together to support Ella’s family and friends during this difficult time. A memorial service is being planned to celebrate her life and legacy.
