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Candlelight vigil honors Gainesville principal

Mance remembered for building relationships with students, others

Flags were lowered to half staff on Monday in front of Gainesville High School and a message honoring Principal Chris Mance scrolled across a sign. Mance died Sunday. - photo by Tom Reed

0501vigil1 — Flags were lowered to half staff on Monday in front of Gainesville High School and a message honoring Principal Chris Mance scrolled across a sign. Mance died Sunday. - photo by Tom Reed

"He was a true, true Red Elephant." That sentiment rang throughout the crowd at a candlelight vigil tonight at The Rock, as dozens gathered to celebrate the life of Chris Mance. Mance had served as Gainesville High School’s principal since 2008.