A Young Fan’s Lasting Connection
Sarah Marsh, an 8-year-old from Mountain Brook, Alabama, loved Jelly Roll’s music deeply. She “never went a day without humming Jelly Roll’s songs” like “Need a Favor” and “Save Me.” Sarah once told her mom, “His voice sounds like he understands everything I feel inside.” Her room was covered with his posters, and at her last school concert, she wore a T-shirt with his face on it. After her tragic death, Jelly Roll quietly attended her funeral and sang “Save Me” beside her tiny casket, creating “a moment no one will ever forget.”
Tragic Loss in Texas Floods
Sarah died in the devastating Texas flash floods on July 4, 2025, while attending Camp Mystic, a summer camp meant for joy and friendship. She was “just weeks away from starting third grade” and was described by classmates as “the light in every room.” Her teacher shared, “She could sing ‘Save Me’ by heart… It wasn’t just cute—it was powerful.” Sarah’s love of music and Jelly Roll helped her through both happy and hard times.
Community Grief and Support
After Sarah’s passing, the Mountain Brook community rallied around her family. Blue ribbons, her favorite color, were tied everywhere as silent tributes. Neighbors and local restaurants offered support through meal trains and acts of kindness. Her family said in a statement, “Our family is completely devastated… This is a tragedy that no parent can prepare for.”
A Legacy of Love and Music
Though Sarah’s voice is now silent, her love of music and spirit continue to inspire. She was “a little girl who sang her heart out and believed music could heal.” Her story lives on in every blue ribbon, every kind act, and every time someone plays a Jelly Roll song. Her voice may be gone, but “her song is far from over.”