Family Of Martin Richard, Killed In Marathon Bombings, Wishes Menino Well

BOSTON (CBS) -- The family of Martin Richard, the 8-year-old killed in the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings, is expressing their support for former Boston Mayor Thomas Menino after his announcement that he is suspending his cancer treatments.

A picture of the family posing with Menino was posted on the Dorchester family's Facebook page Friday morning.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with Mayor Menino and Angela, two people who were so good to us in the wake of all that happened," the family said. "Mr. Mayor, you inspired so many of us to choose to raise our families in Boston's wonderful neighborhoods. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you and wish you peace."

Menino announced Thursday that he would be suspending his cancer treatments and book tour to spend more time with family and friends. He was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer shortly after leaving office earlier this year.

Martin Richard was one of three people killed in explosions near the finish line of the marathon on April 15, 2013.

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