William David "Dave" Sanders, age 47

Lost to gun violence on April 20, 1999 in Littleton, Colorado.

Victim of Columbine High School Massacre
He was the only adult killed in the massacre
He was a Teacher, dad and grandfather William David Sanders, known as Dave, was in the cafeteria when he heard gunfire and rushed to warn the students. He has been hailed a hero after he successfully managed to get around 100 students away from danger.

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