8-year - old bombing victim Martin Richard reportedly attended service with his family . Richard 's father was a spectator , a family spokesman tells reporters . His mother and sister were seriously injured and died , conflicting reports . Candlelight vigil on Tuesday ; boy 's father thanks God .
8-year-old bombing victim Martin Richard reportedly attended marathon with his family . Richard 's father was a spectator , a family spokesman tells CNN . His mother and sister were seriously injured and hospitalized , WHDH reports . Candlelight vigil planned Tuesday ; boy 's father thanks community .