Teen wants to be sister's legal guardian after both parents die

GROVEPORT, Ohio (WSYX/WTTE) — Eighteen-year-old Kyle Nester said he's still dealing with the sudden death of his 46-year-old mother Tammy last week.

It comes just over a year after his father, Roy, died at 42 on Christmas Eve in 2015.

Now, he's working to become a father-figure to his 15-year-old sister.

"I'm going to try and take guardianship of her and make sure she has everything she needs through college and everything," Nester said.

The Groveport-Madison Senior High School honors student and football player returned to class for the first time Wednesday after the loss and said his focus is on his family.

"She's all I have left. So, I have to do everything for her."

He said his grandparents, who live about two hours away, support his decision and are helping him get connected to the legal resources he needs.

"He's going to be a great dad to his sister," said Groveport-Madison football coach Bryan Schoonover.

Nester said after high school graduation, he plans to attend the Ohio State University while taking care of his sister.

A fundraiser for the siblings will be held Thursday at Flyers Pizza and Subs in Groveport at 296 Main Street, Groveport starting at 4 pm, according to managers.

A portion of proceeds will go to help the family.

A GoFundMe page has also been set up to help.

"I know it's not going to be easy, but I have the whole community behind me" Nester added.