Show of Support, Military Hunt, Inc.

11.15.2012

On November 15th, 2012, a tragic event rivaling any national disaster occurred in Midland, TX. Participants on their way to a banquet being held in their honor were struck by a train. Midland’s first responders, along with war hardened veterans, performed heroic actions to treat and save many at the scene.
We at Show of Support in Midland along with the state of Texas and the nation, mourn the loss of four American heroes. Shock doesn’t express the emotions felt at this horrible time. In the past 72 hours, uninjured participants have been delivered home to their loved ones while those who were hospitalized have family members by their sides. Americans from all over have donated the use of private jets to make this happen. Airline companies have cut all of the red tape and furnished flights to reunite families at this painful time.
Our hope is that by the end of this week, only one will remain in a hospital in Midland thanks to the herculean efforts of those who spent endless hours scheduling flights, booking hotels and seeing to whatever needs there were to make reunions possible, along with outstanding medical care. Donations of food, flights, rooms, financial assistance and time have made all of this possible and all who have helped are angels of mercy. Prayers, tears and hugs have been felt by those of us who need them.
At this time of Thanksgiving, we lift our heads to our higher power with grateful hearts for the healing, grace, and love He has given these victims. We also give thanks for the outpouring of love, the support, and the hard work of all involved to assist the Heroes of our military forces

Official Statement.

Show of Support Military Hunt, Inc.
Official Statement

Midland, Texas, November 16, 2012 -- In response to the tragic accident at the annual Show of Support honoring wounded American military heroes the evening of November 15, 2012, event organizers issued the following statement: "We are devastated by the tragedy last evening and offer our prayers along with those of countless Americans to the families and friends of those who we honor."
They further added in response to hundreds of inquiries, "Anyone wishing to donate to those injured and to the families of those who lost their lives in the tragic accident should send donations to Show of Support c/o Western National Bank, 509 W. Wall St., Midland, TX 79701. These funds will either be used for actual expenses incurred relating to the crisis or they will be distributed to the injured persons and the families of the deceased. Your donations may or may not be tax deductible. Please consult with your tax advisor.

Our Condolences

"Everyone associated with Show of Support Military Hunt, Inc. is deeply, deeply saddedned by the tragic events of yesterday, and our hearts and prayers go out to all those who have been affected." said Terry Johnson, President of the organization.

Show of Support Military Hunt, Inc. is a volunteer-based organization in Midland, Texas, that serves a mission "to demonstrate public support for the men and women of our military by providing outdoor opportunities to those injured in the service to our country." The organization annually hosts a large community dinner to honor injured service men and women with honorees invited to participate in a weekend of hunting and/or fishing as guest of the organization.

In 2004, the orgination held it first event to honor current and former members of the armed services who were injured while serving our nation. The horrible accident occurred while the honorees for this year's event were being transported to the banquet to be held in their honor. More than 2,000 community supporters were expected to attend.