It has been two years now since Spanaway teen, Chris Virdell went missing near Bethel High School. Melanie and Paul Virdell, Chris’ parents participated in a vigil today in the parking lot near the Elk Plain Burger King. Many of Chris’ close friends participated as well as those who have been assisting the family to cope, to search and to remember.

KOMO TV was there, recording the event. There were orange and green balloons to release later in the evening, green cups with votive candles, blue and green 12th man cupcakes, hot cocoa, cookies, signs, and a lot of hugs to go around.