Becca's Closet Lives On As Legacy To Teen

Prom Dresses Needed To Keep Program Going

POSTED: Tuesday, September 16, 2003

UPDATED: 4:26 pm EDT September 16, 2003

MIAMI -- A grieving father is helping the legacy of his daughter live on after her death.

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Teen Killed In I-595 Crash

Rebecca Kirtman, 16, was killed Aug. 21 when she lost control of her car on Interstate 595 and slid underneath a tractor-trailer.

Rebecca was well known for starting a program that collected gowns for students who wanted to go to prom but couldn't afford a dress.

In her memory, her dad, Jay Kirtman, is keeping the program going, and has named it Becca's Closet.

"It's helping my wound close a little bit, knowing that people know about how good Rebecca was and to carry her name on," Kirtman said.

For those who would like to get involved in "Becca's Closet" to donate a prom dress, or money, and donate their time, you can call (954) 424-9999 and leave a message or write:

Becca's Closet
151 N. Nob Hill Rd.
Suite 280
Plantation, Florida 33324

If you would like to contribute a prom dress, there are several locations where they can be dropped off:

Beverly's Jewelers:

3600 W. Commercial Blvd., 101, Fort Lauderdale

9801 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines

6280 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale

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