One year ago Friday....

justr_86 · Jun 19, 2012

One Year ago June 22 I lost my oldest son Kole in a horrible accident. My darkest hour, days, month, years... I've never felt so lost and alone. Didnt know where to turn or what to do..

You guys here pulled together and did some amazing things for a total stranger.. You gave me comfort. You gave me hope that my family and I would make our way through this. Its still a constant battle everyday. But in your own little way you helped us in our time of need. I wanted to say thank you again, I wont name names because most didnt want any recognition at all for what they did. Some of my closest friends hang out here too. I'm not looking for sympathy, I'm merely saying thank you for all you did, I dont think you realize what you did for us.. I'm not good with words or writing so I hope this came across how I want it to...

PleaseDear · Jun 19, 2012

You have always been one of the stand-up type guys on here for years _86.

It broke many of our hearts when we heard of you and your Mrs. loss.

Robb

Zigga · Jun 19, 2012

I think about it often still and don't even want to know how I would handle it. I believe we all are going through it with you if that means anything.

justr_86 · Jun 19, 2012

I wouldnt wish it on my worst enemy....

mulecreek · Jun 19, 2012

I think about your loss often when I look an my own sons. You are a stronger man than I am. My thoughts are still with you and your family.

feddoc · Jun 19, 2012

I rarely tear up about stuff...but, when you posted a pic of him on the muley forum, well, I tried to imagine me in that position. No kid should ever pass that way and no parents should ever go through that type of sorrow.

eldorado · Jun 19, 2012

My continued thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

Eldorado

kingfish · Jun 19, 2012

JUSTRE, You are a man amongst men to have taken care of your wife and other son in such a difficult time. Thoughts and prayers are always with you and your family. I have three kids and I can't imagine having to bury one of them. You have my respect and admiration. Keith.

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whiskeybent · Jun 19, 2012

Every time i think about what you and your family have been thru i tear up and as soon as i can i give my two year old an extra long hug and kiss, whether he wants them or not! Still praying for you and your family!

YukonDall · Jun 19, 2012

KENNY......THERE ARE NO WORDS FOR THAT ACCIDENT THAT I CAN MUSTER, BUT OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS FOR YOU & YOUR FAMILY ARE STILL THERE.......................YD.

sremim · Jun 19, 2012

I too think about it often. I couldn't imagine going through that, and I almost did. In a couple weeks it will be one year since I almost lost my wife and unborn daughter......now she's talking and almost walking.

I still send prayers your way.

RMK_800 · Jun 19, 2012

My oldest brother was hit and killed by a car when he was getting off the bus at age 9, my mom and dad say it is the hardest thing that someone could go through as a parent. It doesn't make sense sometimes how such good people lose a child or can't have a kid, and then you see people that don't even care about the special gift that they have been given. As a dad I couldn't imagine dealing with such a tragedy. You have my upmost admiration and respect.

RMK_800 · Jun 19, 2012

YOU'RE A CLASS ACT STINKY STOMPER.

nickman · Jun 19, 2012

Interesting that so many still are affected by your loss.

I thought that I was kind of hung up on it, since I recall the tragedy almost weekly, or whenever I see small kids.

Do the best you can and don't feel like you ain't healing fast enough. There is no schedule.

Bless you and your family.

"I could eat a bowl of Alphabet Soup and
sh!t a better argument than that!"

NVBighorn · Jun 19, 2012

Justr,

There's hardly a day that goes by that I don't think of your loss.

Keep on going man. You're good people.

woodruffhunter · Jun 19, 2012

Justr:

It was great talking to you last year during my hunt. Although I didn't get to meet you in person, hopefully I will in the future.

I wish you and your family nothing but the best. If you are ever up this way, stop in...

rugarm77 · Jun 19, 2012

Well little buddy, you have an amazing family. You are a stand up guy and I consider you a good friend. I can't imagine going through what you did.

The only family member I have been happy to loose are my last 2 wives, or as some would say X's.

Stay strong my friend!

Gator · Jun 20, 2012

You and your family is never far from are thoughts.

"I have found if you go the extra mile it's Never crowded".
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tageater · Jun 20, 2012

Ya'll are never far from my thoughts- usually about how good camp food is, and when is the next campout. Since I've cancelled my next two trips I plan on doing some fly fishing with ya guys.

theox · Jun 23, 2012

seriously stinky???

justr everytimei see you post it reminds me of your loss. I must say you are one strong person to be able to survive that! keep your head uo he is in a much much better place where the big bucks and bulls are plentiful.

1911 · Jun 24, 2012

LAST EDITED ON Jun-24-12 AT 06:45AM (MST)[p]Jstr...you and your family are one of a kind gems in this life. What you may not know is you have touched many lives as you have navigated life over the last year. Your actions have been a proud shinning example to others and taught many a thing or two about what is truly important in life....and you live it. You are a strong man and a strong family in a way that cannot be measured in a gym. Becquse of your example you have made others better and stronger people also.

ShowThemToMe · Jun 24, 2012

Still can't even Imagine the Pain!

I'm still at a loss of words!

God Bless!

Gonna Play a Song!

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If You Love Your Country,SHOW THEM TO ME!

I've got Wild Honey Tree's and Crazy Little Weeds growin around my Shack!
These Dusty Roads ain't streets of gold but I'm happy right where I'm at!
All these Perty little Western Belles are a Country Boys Dream!
They ain't got Wings or MM Halo's but they sure look good to me!

overton · Jun 24, 2012

I can't image what the loss and pain did to you and your family.

huntindad4 · Jun 24, 2012

Worst tragedy I have read in these pages. Sorry just doesn't cover how I feel for your family Kenny.

You are an inspiration to others in how to carry on after a devastating tragedy.

Bill

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stood up for something, sometime in your life.

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FishlakeElkHunter · Jun 25, 2012

There are times that I look at this Forum and think that I will never visit here again...all the fighting, name calling, bickering, and overall trashiness...

Then I remember stories like this one. I can not even imagine the pain...just reading this I went and grabbed my 16 month old son and held him tight. The support and love and prayers that went out to you from our hunting community is what keeps my faith that we are a good group.

I have not met you Kenny...but you are welcome at my camp fire any time!!! Prayers always!

FishlakeElkHunter · Jun 25, 2012

There are times that I look at this Forum and think that I will never visit here again...all the fighting, name calling, bickering, and overall trashiness...

Then I remember stories like this one. I can not even imagine the pain...just reading this I went and grabbed my 16 month old son and held him tight. The support and love and prayers that went out to you from our hunting community is what keeps my faith that we are a good group.

I have not met you Kenny...but you are welcome at my camp fire any time!!! Prayers always!

Wiszard · Jun 25, 2012

Its been 12 years for us, Kenny, and it does get easier. Its good to reflect on those times of pain and then look at what you still have in front of you. God throws some bullshit our way at the most inopportune times. We wonder why and never come up with the answer. Only He knows....all we can do is deal with it and focus on the positives in front of us. I think about you and your son quite often. My kids miss thier brother just as your youngest son will miss his. Do something special on Friday with your family. Make it a celebration to the time that Kole was with you guys and remember him as the great, fun loving kid he is. He'd probably want that from you....

Steve
Holder of a 2012 LE Utah Deer Tag!!

JACO · Jun 25, 2012

I'm not very good with words, especially in tragedy like yours Kenny. But I hope you know that your experience has given me a whole new outlook on life and my 2 young boys. I look at them with a different attitude, knowing that life can change in an instant, and I don't want to take a moment with them for granted. I feel for you, Carrie, and the rest of your family. I can't imagine how hard that must be, and hope that I'm never faced with anything so difficult in my life.