‘We lost friends’: Victims of shooting in Yukon town remembered as good people
Global News
Saenduean Honchaiyaphum, the ex-wife of suspect Ralph Shaw, and Patrick McCracken were killed in a shooting in the remote town of Faro on Tuesday.
Two people who were killed on Tuesday in Faro, Yukon, are being remembered by friends for their quick wit and friendly personalities.
Rachel Rodnunsky said her friend Saenduean Honchaiyaphum, who was known as Sang, brightened the long winters with her colourful disposition and clothing.
Honchaiyaphum was married to Ralph Shaw, who is accused in her death, but the couple separated in August, Rodnunsky said.
Shaw, 61, is charged with two counts each of first-degree murder, attempted murder and aggravated assault. The first-degree murder charges relate to the deaths of Honchaiyaphum, 42, and Patrick McCracken, 73, court documents say.
Police say a man was also found critically injured when they responded to reports of gunfire in the remote community.
Rodnunsky, who works at the town post office, described her friend as a devoted mother and a talented artist.
The town has an art society where Honchaiyaphum sold her work.
“She did a lot of hair accessories, like very bright with ribbon, you know, lots of sparkle and everything,” Rodnunsky said..