In an emotional and deeply personal interview, Stacy Chapin has spoken publicly for the first time about the devastating loss of her son Ethan, one of four University of Idaho students brutally murdered in their off-campus home last November.
The Unthinkable Loss
Stacy and her husband Jim Chapin are facing every parent's worst nightmare - having to bury one of their children. What makes their tragedy even more heartbreaking is that Ethan was one of triplets, leaving his surviving siblings Maizie and Hunter to navigate life without their brother.
A Mother's Strength
"People ask how we're doing," Stacy shared, her voice trembling. "There is no 'doing well' after this. We're just putting one foot in front of the other, trying to honor Ethan's memory." The Chapin family has established a scholarship fund in Ethan's name, helping other students pursue their dreams in agriculture - Ethan's passion.
The Aftermath of Tragedy
The quadruple murder shocked the small college town of Moscow, Idaho, and made national headlines. Bryan Kohberger, a 28-year-old criminology PhD student, has been charged with the killings and awaits trial. The Chapin family has attended every court hearing, seeking justice for their son.
Triplets Torn Apart
"The dynamic between our triplets was something special," Stacy recalled. "Ethan was the glue that held them together. Maizie and Hunter are coping in their own ways, but there will always be a piece missing." The siblings had chosen to attend university together, making the loss even more painful for the surviving twins.
A Community United in Grief
The Chapin family has been overwhelmed by the support from their Washington community and beyond. "The kindness of strangers has been our light in the darkness," Stacy said. Vigils and memorials continue to honor Ethan and the other victims - Madison Mogen, Kaylee Goncalves, and Xana Kernodle.
As the legal proceedings continue, the Chapin family focuses on preserving Ethan's legacy. "He was pure joy," his mother said. "We won't let how he died overshadow how he lived."
