Eric Eliason, a cousin to Bradey and Dakota, and a fellow FFA member to Bradey, organized an amazing benefit to raise money to help with funeral and medical expenses the two families were having to face. It was more than successful!! The outpouring of love and support from near and far was overwhelming. The local community came and purchased baked food sale items and bid on silent auction items that had been donated. And events went late into the night due to the high number of participants. Wow!! What a tribute!! Part way through, they took a moment to honor Dakota and it was very touching. His father, Jamie, led in Kota's horse all saddled with his chaps hanging over the saddle horn. He circled the arena slowly while a poem was read that was written by Grandpa Brooks, grandpa to both boys. The music playing in the background was, "The Cowboy Rides Away". We have such good people in this community. They care so much and rally around others in time of need. The true love of Christ is exhibited each and every day here. Thanks so much Eric and all who participated and/or helped in any way. We love you all and pray for the choicest blessings for each of you.
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