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3-year-old is shot, dies

Sep 29, 2008 - 04:05:24 CDT

By LEANN ECKROTH
Bismarck Tribune

A 3-year-old McKenzie boy has died following a gunshot wound to the head Saturday morning, according to the Burleigh County Sheriff's Office.

"At around 8:20 a.m., we received a 911 hang-up call. When deputies got to the residence, there appeared to be a shooting," said Lt. Nick Sevart.

The shooting occurred at the boy's residence on Main Street in McKenzie. Deputies found no one at home when they arrived on the scene.

"They checked in the hospitals and found the boy had been brought in to Medcenter One. ... The child died at the hospital," Sevart said.

Authorities did not release the name of the victim Sunday afternoon.

When asked if the shooting was accidental, Sevart said the incident is an ongoing investigation.

The type of weapon involved in the shooting incident was not identified in initial reports.

No further details were released about the incident.

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Mom 101 wrote on Oct 6, 2008 10:56 PM:

" Thank you "Online Editor" for keeping negative blogger comments away from the family and friends of this precious little boy. Still praying for the family "+" "

nosey bloggers wrote on Oct 6, 2008 4:49 PM:

" there were plenty of nasty comments listed and thanks to the tribune, they took quite a few of them off. So please do not say there was nothing bad on here as there was and that is because there are people who have nothing better to do with their lives than put other people down. Zahns, my prayers are with you!!! "

suffering from a loss also wrote on Oct 6, 2008 4:42 PM:

" My heart goes out to this family, I am so sorry you are going through this. Here is a poem that is near and dear to me.

Mommy and Daddy
Please don't be so sad,
I miss you so much, too.
It's beautiful here where I am,
but I worry a lot about you.

I sleep with angels watching me,
there's only love up here.
I'm never lonely of afraid
'cause God's so very near.

I walk with angels every day,
they're very kind and sweet.
Don't woorry, Mom and Dad,
they hold my hand when
we cross a golden street.

I never cry or hurt myself,
I see rainbows every day.
I play and laugh and sing a lot,
and I hear you both when you pray.

Please Mommy and Daddy,
don't be mad at God,
you see, he loves me, too.
And even though you're not with me,
I'm really still with you

May God bless this family and everyone that was touched by little Harley. "

Online Editor wrote on Oct 6, 2008 4:11 PM:

" To Hello: There were some negative comments, I took several down. "

to nosies wrote on Oct 6, 2008 2:23 PM:

" Their isn't anything under investigation. The only thing under investigation at the time was the 911 call, as in why was their a hang up to 911. "

HI wrote on Oct 6, 2008 12:58 PM:

" TO HELLOOOOOO! I agree with you 100%, there is very little negitive responds from these bloggs! Don't vent your anger at the bloggers! Our thoughts and prayers to the family! Please bloggers continue to send your thoughts and prayers to the family. Thank You Online for giving bloggers a place to let this family know they care! "

HELLOOOOO wrote on Oct 6, 2008 9:04 AM:

" this is truly tragic and sad, and i am 100% sure, an accident and exactly that,...but there seems to be more comments about negative blogging than support,..yet going over the blogs,..again and again i dont really see any negative blogs! thoughts and prayer to the family. "

Nicole wrote on Oct 5, 2008 1:58 PM:

" Sorry I didn't get to stay.
To laugh and run and play.
To be there by your side.
I'm sorry that I had to die.
God sent me down to be with you,
to make your loving heart anew.
To help you look up and see
Both God and little me.
Mommy & Daddy, I wish I could stay.
Just like I heard you pray.
But, all the angels did cry
when they told little me goodbye.
God didn't take me cause He's mad.
He didn't send me to make you sad.
But to give us both a chance to be
a love so precious .. don't you see?
Up here no trouble do I see
and the pretty angels sing to me.
The streets of gold is where I play
you'll come here too, mommy & daddy, someday.
Until the day you join me here,
I'll love you mommy & daddy, dear.
Each breeze you feel and see,
brings love and a kiss from me. "

One angels lil sis wrote on Oct 5, 2008 1:32 PM:

" The Tribune was very kind about my brothers death it was the bloggers. There are times when people share a story so that others can learn something from it. It is so unbelievable how cruel others can be when someone puts their heart out on their sleeve. "

To all wrote on Oct 5, 2008 1:26 AM:

" Please do not be so hard on the Tribune. The Trib's whole purpose is to publish the news for the community of Bismarck-Mandan. They cannot decide what is news worthy and what isn't - they must print the news at it happens even though some people don't like some content. Obits are published, and all kinds of other news, even court documents, so this is another happening in the community that gets reported. I feel bad, I don't like the abuse the bloggers have thrown on here, however, that is not the fault of the Tribune, but rather the fault of all the people who thrive on this type of thing. Sad. But put the blame where it belongs, the bloggers, not those who's job is to report the news in the area. Remember, the paper can't pick and choose or there wouldn't be any news printed every news article will be personal to someone. Some of our community lacks courtesy and saavy, what can we say? That certainly shows up with something like this. My heart goes out to the family and all I can hope is that they are taking care of themselves and their needs and not giving a thought to the people on here that don't seem to have lives. "

To Dad 101 from To nosy bloggers wrote on Oct 4, 2008 8:37 PM:

" To Dad 101 I am sorry for your loss that you have gone through and I absolutely agree with you, this is no ones business but those involved, unfortunatley the Tribune will print the investigative findings and then the family will be ridiculed for this accident and put through this heartache again. I know that some people thrive on others misery, which is disgusting, and some bloggers here are doing just that. I won't be blogging on this sad story again out of respect for the family. I just pray they get through this difficult time and that the community supports them and we mourn with them also. "

south bismarck wrote on Oct 4, 2008 6:44 PM:

" So sad, prayers and support from family and friends is what the parents need right
now. He is warm in God's hands. "

Kyle Laura Bergquist wrote on Oct 4, 2008 5:41 PM:

" Our thoughts & prayers are with you guys at this time.... "

Dad 101 wrote on Oct 4, 2008 2:49 PM:

" To "to nosy bloggers". I believe that no one needs to know the details unless the family wants to share that with the public. The child died due to an accident and that is all that needs to be told. When people die of other causes they don't publish all the details so hopefully the story ends here. There will always be the gossipers no matter how much of the truth they are told. It's sad that some people thrive off the misfortune of others. I have learned since my son's death that when people start that kind of yacking I ask them point blank"how do you know this ?",many times they are caught off guard and they say well so and so said so. I tell them that unless you here it directly you shouldn't be talking. Most people who hear things directly have enough respect to keep things to themselves. People need to understand that they not only lost a son that day they lost a family that day. When you lose a child your whole life changes. You mourn for a life that once was. It is as if the whole family died. If you lost a child you know what i mean. I pray we can let them rebuild in peace. "

Respect wrote on Oct 4, 2008 1:27 PM:

" My heart and prayers go out to this family. May God give you strength to cope during this very difficult time in your life.

Bismarck Tribune: Can't you have a new policy of some kind that news articles that involve deaths are not open to posting? Please respond to this as I'm sure many other people as well as myself would like to know your stand on this. "

Moment Of Silence wrote on Oct 4, 2008 8:30 AM:

" I took a moment of silence for your son around the time this happened one week ago today. I have prayed for you all week and will continue to do so. I don't even know you but I feel for you and the pain you are experiencing. "

to nosy bloggers wrote on Oct 4, 2008 12:07 AM:

" When the investigation is done, the Tribune will post that too, then all you nosy bloggers will know and then realize why this family is in so much pain. This was an accident. Let the family mourn in peace, so they can try to heal the void in their hearts. Their lives will never be the same and all of you disheartful and disrespectable people should bow your heads in shame. Are you the same type of people who let the little things ruin your day?? Then you have obviously never experienced a loss in your life. Think twice about what you say and have some respect for these parents and their families. For God's sake they just laid their son to rest. I hope someday soon that the Zahn family realizes that this was God's choice and only God's, no one else decides when its our time to leave this Earth. He died at the hospital not the house, which means mom and dad did everything possible to save his life. They gave him a chance and God took it from there. I hope that their pain is replaced with the loving memories and the laughs that little Harley brought to their lives and to their hearts. A little angel in heaven now watches over his mom and dad. To the Zahn's, my heart breaks for you and I hope you realize that you have the support and prayers of your community. "

BARB wrote on Oct 3, 2008 11:36 AM:

" What a sad time for the parents (their family) and those who knew this little man. My heart aches for them because I can't imagine the pain they are going thru. I have 3 sons, and 4 grand children and it would literally break my heart. Please- if any one has anything negative to say- Please keep it to yourselves and don't blog it ! This family has and will suffer for a long time, so let's all say a prayer for the family . "

No lame moniquer wrote on Oct 3, 2008 11:02 AM:

" Obviously this is a sad event, What is pathetic is I heard about the blog before I heard about the tradgedy. A lot could be said about what could be learned or changed. But I will be an adult and mind my own business about what I know will not help or matter and I will do what is right. And that is, shut my mouth and reach out in care and actually DO something to help. And that's my business. "

MamaMia wrote on Oct 3, 2008 8:49 AM:

" Seriously, this blog needs to go away. "

ddd wrote on Oct 2, 2008 11:29 PM:

" It is hard to read this with out crying. I have been praying for the family every day since I heard the news. May God bless you and help you through this. "

friend of cathys wrote on Oct 2, 2008 9:38 PM:

" I know this family and I just want you all to know, Harley was the most loved and cherished child, He was their everything. Harley told Cathy The week before he died that he was going to sleep with her until his toes touched his moms. Cathy was always coming to work and telling us all of the wonderful stories about her son. He was such a joy to all that surrounded him. This was just a accident, This could happen to anyone of us. Instead of pointing finger at this family, why don't you take your own children and cherish them. Life is valuable and a very limited thing. Only God know when out time is up. No one needs to know what happened that morning, this is a day the Cathy and Troy will never forget. So everyone leave them ALONE. The only thing that should be written is here is good things. Don't use this column to vent your opinions. "

Kev wrote on Oct 2, 2008 5:51 PM:

" Editor: Enough! please take this blog offline, this family has suffered beyond our imagination and they don't need to be put through anymore negative/distasteful comments made on here by the cruelty of those who have know clue what it is like to lose a child. May the lord bless little Harley and may he put his loving arms around his family as they grieve the loss of this precious little boy. "

I Agree wrote on Oct 2, 2008 4:32 PM:

" I agree with "Again" and those who do not feel these articles should not be blogged on. Iunderstand people leave well wishes too, but the negative posts are the ones they will remember.... think before you blog speculation, a family is suffering. "

Online Editor wrote on Oct 2, 2008 3:45 PM:

" To to online editor: I agree that some of the comments were in poor taste, I have tried to get rid of those. On the positive side, many people have used these comments to leave well wishes for the family. "

to online editor wrote on Oct 2, 2008 3:31 PM:

" i agree with the others, this blog needs to be discontinued out of respect for this family. Leave it to Bis/Man to have nothing better to do then gossip and speculate. Very distasteful. "

One angels lil sis wrote on Oct 2, 2008 3:04 PM:

" I lost my brother 3 years ago and people were so cruel when the Tribune published a story about his death. All our family wanted to do was to educate and make people aware. I was so hurt by the insensitive comments people were making. I can't believe how some people think they are so untouchable. They think they are above it all and that it would never happen to them because they are so much better. Bull!! Life and death happen!! Our family has prayed for this family to have peace and strength. Reading this article and comments has brought back so many unpleasant memories. I had to tell my story so that you people can see what effect your comments leave in a persons memory. I love my brother and I thank God everyday for the beautiful memories I have and ask him to help erase the bad ones {like mean comments made by strangers who thought they were better than our family}. Zahn family please know I said a prayer for you. God Bless and take care. You are a beautiful family forever!!!!!!!!!!!! "

Again wrote on Oct 2, 2008 2:37 PM:

" These articles should not be blogged. If you wish to give condolences send a card, write in the guest book, send a card if you like and make a donation to a charity in the persons name, as Jesus said "You with out sin may cast the first stone". Leave it alone, no one needs to know all the details. The news is just bad enough the way it is. The family shouldn't even have to worry about reading this stuff. "

To Dave wrote on Oct 2, 2008 12:49 PM:

" I agree with Dave. This article should not be open for people with no pity to comment on. I also feel for these people. They know what happened and undoubtedly will live with regrets about it for the rest of their lives. No need for any idiotic people to hide behind a computer and point out the faults of those involved.
Shame on the Bismarck Tribune for posting any negative comments on this Blog. Very Distasteful! "

Dave wrote on Oct 2, 2008 12:15 PM:

" Why are stories like these even open for comments? I think that is seriously messed up. Are the obits open for comments? seriously. "

lw wrote on Oct 2, 2008 10:33 AM:

" The comment sent in by "lw" wasn't me. I don't think it's an appropriate subject to leave open for public conversation so haven't commented. It's time to take this article out and quit the comments. Condolences can be sent to the family other ways where they won't have to be subjected to the rest of this. "

DK wrote on Oct 2, 2008 9:09 AM:

" All I can say is shame on you people who are getting down on this poor family. Don't be too quick to judge. At a time like this we should be comforting this family and not judging them and saying harsch words and such. I feel so sorry for the Zahn family. My deepest sympathy goes out to them. You are in my thoughts and prayers! "

IM SORRY wrote on Oct 2, 2008 7:45 AM:

" ZAHN FAMILY I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR WHAT HAPPENED. I FEEL YOU PAIN ALONG WITH MY PARENTS AND FAMILY. WE KNOW EXACTLY WHAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH. I LOST MY BROTHER AT AGE 5 AND MY PARENTS AND I HAD TO DEAL WITH A DIFFICULT TIME. IT IS NOT YOU FAULT THIS HAPPENED AT ALL. PEOPLE THAT COME ON HERE AND BLAME OTHERS ARE WORTHLESS AND CRUEL. JUST WAIT IF SOMETHING HAPPENS TO THEIR CHILD THEY SHOULD REVIW WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT OTHERS AND MAYBE THEY WILL REALIZE THE HURT AND PAIN SOMEONE GOES THROUGH. MAY GOD BLESS YOU FAMILY AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. TAKE CARE. YOU WILL GRIEVE AND FIND A WAY THROUGH THIS. IT WILL BE HARD BUT IT CAN BE DONE. I KNOW FROM EXPERIENCE. IT WILL BE HARD EVERY DAY. TAKE CARE AND GOD BLESS YOU!!! "

Update wrote on Oct 2, 2008 7:42 AM:

" Will there be any update on this story as to what happened? This tragic story is something all parents can learn from. I have learned more about gun safety from my husband since this happened then I ever have. Parents when the time is right, share your story so this can be prevented in the future. Accidents happen but God bless those they happen to. Your little guy was adorable I saw the picture in the obit. I would be willing to donate something for gun safety or some type of cause in his memory if that is ever created. "

common sense wrote on Oct 2, 2008 7:40 AM:

" This letter is to the Editor
I think that this story has run its course.Like so many of the blogs here, People are starting to say hurtful things and I think this family has suffered enough. why people have to be this way is beyond belief. If the shoe was on the other foot they might not be so judgemental. FRMC "

Heather wrote on Oct 2, 2008 3:29 AM:

" While I do think a lesson could and should be learned here, I do not think placing the blame on the parents and saying hurtful things is helping anyone. Dont you think they blame themselves already?? This family needs comfort and kind words right now. They have to live with this for the rest of their lives. All I can say is hug your children tight and safe-proof your house to the best of your ability because accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. Always be on gaurd and never say it can't happen to you!! "

LS wrote on Oct 1, 2008 9:47 PM:

" I hope the disturbing comments on this blog do not reach the eyes of this couple. I'm sure these parents cherish their child as much as the rest of us. To have something as tragic as this happen is just unimaginable. Maybe all of you saying that a lesson needs to be learned here should learn your own. Get some manners or a brain for that matter. Try to imagine how it must be hard for these parents to just live moment to moment right now. Shame on you. "

momoflnsk wrote on Oct 1, 2008 6:21 PM:

" I just want this family to know that like a lot of others, you are in our prayers and we will continue to pray for you for days to come. I can't even imagine the pain that is in your heart. Cry out to the Lord, he is there with his arms stretched out waiting there to comfort you in your time of hurt and for days to come. "

UturnVicki wrote on Oct 1, 2008 10:59 AM:

" We just wanted to let you know that we are here for you. Whatever you need!!!!!!! Our prayers will be with you. "

Mom and Grandma wrote on Oct 1, 2008 10:45 AM:

" I feel so sad for the parents of this little boy. As a Grandma who had a grandaughter who broke her arm at 6 years old this summer jumping on a
trampoline I thank God it wasn't a worse accident but accidents happen so
fast and we shouldn't be blaming anyone. Pray for God to help this family
at this time. "

mom wrote on Oct 1, 2008 8:55 AM:

" please just leave this family alone to grieve for the loss of their son. accidents happen that is why they are called accidents. my heart goes out to you all god bless "

mom who also lost son wrote on Oct 1, 2008 6:36 AM:

" Dear Zahn Family:

I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your son. I had a 5 year old son killed in a accident also. It is horrible for many years. I want to tell you about a support group called Compassionate Friends. This support group meets once a month and it is parents who have lost children. I spent alot of money on counseling which for me didn't help near as much as Compassionate Friends. These people really do understand as they have all been in your shoes.
I hope you just take one day at a time and it will get bearable. My prayers are with your family. "

dj wrote on Oct 1, 2008 5:12 AM:

" Troy and Kathy our prayers and thoughts go out to you for the tragic loss of a child. May God bless you and Harley,s sister and the rest of your family as you cope in your time of need. "

Memorial wrote on Oct 1, 2008 3:06 AM:

" Is there a memorial fund being created? Have not seen an obituary or anything. Would be interested in donating to one. No one can imagine the pain this family is feeling. I felt horrible the other day when my child barely fell, I can't imagine the pain and agony this family will endure for the rest of their lifetime. God bless you. "

Prayers are with you wrote on Oct 1, 2008 12:37 AM:

" I am sorry to hear about your loss. As a mother who has lost 2 children I can feel your pain. The lord will guide you and your little Harley will be your "Little Angel". I know words can't heal your pain. Please take care! God Bless "

RK wrote on Sep 30, 2008 9:32 PM:

" Harley,
Your short life on earth is too soon done
We know you're in Heaven next to the Son
I don't even know you, but I've shed a tear
All of us with children shutter with fear

The sorrow we feel for your mom and dad
Strikes deep in our hearts and makes us sad
When I read these posts I know for sure
The impact your making will endure

Trust in God, he is our strength
May God Bless "

lw wrote on Sep 30, 2008 8:29 PM:

" Hopefully the parents will be able to pull through this. What an awful thing - please get major counseling. "

Stop the Rumors wrote on Sep 30, 2008 4:50 PM:

" I know what happened with this poor 3-year-old boy. Do not spread rumors about this. It is hurtful enough that these parents have to live with the loss of their son. It was simply a tragic accident. The 3-year-old was not left home alone. The parents were both present. The parents called 911 and chose to take their child to the hospital. Please think before you gossip and think about how hurtful some comments can be. Let this family grieve. My prayers are with you Zahn's. "

jj wrote on Sep 30, 2008 1:41 PM:

" To the Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers! I just can't imagine what it feels like to lose a child. God Bless "

kn wrote on Sep 30, 2008 12:40 PM:

" My prayers are with your family, there is no bigger loss than the loss of a child. It is a part of your heart that is out there in the world walking around and all you want to do is protect it. My babies are 18, 16, 16 and I can only image the heartache I would feel to lose one of them. May God keep you in this sad time. "

LJK wrote on Sep 30, 2008 12:04 PM:

" This story is confusing, but making more sense from the comments posted. I can't imagine what the family is going through. "

okay... wrote on Sep 30, 2008 11:59 AM:

" Blessings to your dear family!
What a time to teach our kids the lessons learned from this accident. "

Shocked wrote on Sep 30, 2008 11:52 AM:

" I work with one of the parents and I could not believe what happened when I heard the news on Monday, my heart goes out to them. This family just lost there child. Parents should never have to bury their children, unfortunately it happens. This family is going through probably the toughest, most painful, life changing event they will ever experience. Instead of nothing but good wishes and "god will carry them through" we have people starting horrible rumors about it being the parents fault. For those of you that are making horrible comments get a life, this family lost a child. Give them what they need, greiving time and kind words. "

obrn wrote on Sep 30, 2008 11:01 AM:

" May God comfort you during this time of great loss. "

tj wrote on Sep 30, 2008 10:57 AM:

" So sorry for your loss we'll say a prayer for your family God Bless you all "

del wrote on Sep 30, 2008 10:47 AM:

" my heart goes out to both parents.they were a very nice family who lived just down the street.god bless you both "

Gods Angel wrote on Sep 30, 2008 9:16 AM:

" Why do people thrive on someone else's devastation? My heart goes out to the family, there is nothing more precious than our children. We are in no position to judge, take a look at your own life. Give the family love, compassion and support through this time when they need everyone! "

mom wrote on Sep 30, 2008 8:44 AM:

" Any parent in the world knows that there are times that something horrible could have happened to one of their children and they just got lucky that it didn't. I only wish this knowledge could help ease your burden and pain even just a little. It was a horrific accident. I only hope time can ease your pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you. "

Laurie wrote on Sep 30, 2008 8:34 AM:

" What a difficult time for you, I will pray for your family. Please try to remember that your little boy will always live on in your hearts and is your guardian angel. "

Gun totin fool wrote on Sep 30, 2008 8:04 AM:

" I have trouble reading this and not getting tears in my eyes. My deepest condolences to the family of this precious boy. You'll all be in my prayers. "

mom 2 wrote on Sep 30, 2008 1:30 AM:

" my heart goes out to the parents I have a 3 year old daughter and if anything happened to her or my other children I would just die. My brothers baby died of sids when he was 4 months old. 2 weeks before my daughter was born I had a real hard time with that and then just the worry of my daughter dieing of sids I cant imagine what these parents are going through my heart and prayers are with this family "

prayer to u little one wrote on Sep 30, 2008 12:24 AM:

" LITTLE GUY! ASK GOD TO TOUCH THE WHOLE FAMILY IN A VERY SPECIAL WAY AND LET THEM KNOW THAT HE LOVES THEM VERY MUCH AS YOU DO AND THAT YOU AND GOD ARE LOOKING OVER THEM AND IN MOMMY ,DADDYS ,GRANDMAS AND THE REST OF THE FAMILYS HEARTS FOREVER AND EVERYTIME THEY SEE THE SUN THEY WILL SEE YOU AND THE WIND IN THERE FACES THEY WILL FEEL YOU.YOU WILL BE SOOOO MISSED AND SOOOO REMEMBERED :::ALWAYS::: "

sadness wrote on Sep 29, 2008 9:38 PM:

" Rest in peace little one.
The truth will prevail.
Godspeed. "

community unity wrote on Sep 29, 2008 8:57 PM:

" may god wrap his arms around this family to help ease the burden of the pain they are carrying. Know that you are surrounded by fellow community members that feel our hearts breaking for you. Know that you are in our prayers daily and will continue to be. God Bless. "

REX wrote on Sep 29, 2008 8:57 PM:

" I cannot imagine what that ride to the hospital must have been like. "

just a mom wrote on Sep 29, 2008 8:18 PM:

" As parents, our hearts are breaking for the family of this little guy. We KNOW how things can happen and we KNOW how it is sometimes nobody's fault. It just happens. It's horrible and we would give anything to turn back the hands of time... We hope and pray that your hearts will heal and you will live your lives in full as your little angel would want you to. God bless you all & guide you through this very difficult time. "

D2 wrote on Sep 29, 2008 7:55 PM:

" Our deepest sympathy to all the family. He was a beautiful little man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, from your Wyoming brothers. "

saddened wrote on Sep 29, 2008 7:28 PM:

" Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this terrible time. May their faith carry them through this difficult time. "

Rg wrote on Sep 29, 2008 7:07 PM:

" I'm so sorry for the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you. "

KK wrote on Sep 29, 2008 6:31 PM:

" Wow, this is a total freak accident. I can't belive anybody would come on here and place blame on the family. You can be the most protective parent in the world, and something bad could happen to your child. These parents already have to deal with the death of their son, and then they come on here and see people telling them they could have prevented it. Nobody knows the real story so no one can judge or blame them. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this hard time. "

how sad wrote on Sep 29, 2008 6:19 PM:

" Hey I just wanted to say to the family that I am soooo sorry to hear about this. I don't know how any parent could make it through this.. Accidents happen and we all should leave bad comments to ourselves because how many times has your child gotten hurt and we didn't catch the accident in time. I would have taken my child into town myself too.... I am sooo sorry and I know how everyone who has heaard this story is praying for you guys and your little guy. "

Native180 wrote on Sep 29, 2008 5:03 PM:

" My heart goes out to the Family may God Bless ya'll and comfort you. I'm Sorry for your loss. I know how it is to loss a loved one! I feel for you. "

janet wrote on Sep 29, 2008 5:01 PM:

" May the love of God enfold you during your journey through grief. With thoughts of comfort, peace and courage.

You have the prayers of many with you during this time. "

To Online editor wrote on Sep 29, 2008 4:23 PM:

" Please don't allow further negative comments. If this were my son, I can't even say how upset this would make me. I feel for the family as I too have a 3 year old son, who means the world to me. "

Nebraska brothers wrote on Sep 29, 2008 4:18 PM:

" Our thoughts and are prayers go out to the family. We all know how much this little boy was loved by his Daddy. "

parent2 wrote on Sep 29, 2008 4:12 PM:

" My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. As a parent I couldn't imagine your pain. "

shannon wrote on Sep 29, 2008 4:10 PM:

" At a time like this, we are at a lose for words. There's no tragedy in life like the death of a child. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May you find strength in god to see you though these hard times. Tonight when I put my kids to bed im going to hold on to the hug and kisses alittle longer. "

Family Friend wrote on Sep 29, 2008 3:55 PM:

" I know this family very well. It was truely a fatal accident. These two parents cheerished this little guy. He was their everything and always will. People....
Please be nice with you comments. It was a accident and the family has to live with it for the rest of their lives. My heart and Prayers are with you both. "

Mom 101 wrote on Sep 29, 2008 3:40 PM:

" Never say Never you are so true to the word. I lost my son. I shared the story with the public only to be ridiculed and put down and blamed. All I wanted to let people know is DEATH happens. No matter how hard you try to keep it away it finds you. Please people take it easy on this family. They are suffering more than you can ever imagine. Losing a child is the worst thing that can happen in a persons life! What we have to live with is pain the rest of our lives. Strangers who don't know details should keep their cruel comments to themselves. Whatever happpened is something the family will replay everyday for the rest of their lives Don't point your finger and judge because YOU NEVER KNOW. NEVER SAY NEVER!!! My heart breaks for this family. Shame on those of you who are so cruel and insensitive. They not only lost a child but a family that will never be the same again. The pain is to real for me to even explain until you have lost a child. I will be praying for this this family. Please people be kind and empathetic family IS reading your words and belive me when I say your cruel coments are like stabbings to the heart. Bless this family "+". "

Stacey wrote on Sep 29, 2008 3:29 PM:

" My heart goes out to your family, I can only imagine the pain you are going through. May God be with you. "

LL wrote on Sep 29, 2008 3:19 PM:

" I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am a mother of two and I cant imagine what you are going through. "

KG wrote on Sep 29, 2008 2:38 PM:

" Our hearts and prays are with the family. How tragic that such a young life could be lost. Please everyone stop the nonsense and grieve for the family. They need all the love and prays they can possible get right now to make it through. "

Very Close Friends To This Family wrote on Sep 29, 2008 2:26 PM:

" NO ONE SHOULD BE POINTING FINGERS HERE AT ANYONE!!!

What happened to this little boy was totally a freak accident. His parents loved him and would NEVER harm him in anyway! Also being a single mother and not living in town or close to the hospitals.......I would NEVER sit at my house either with my own daughter while she's dying in my own arms and wait for an ambulance to arrive.....I would do the exactly same thing that his parents' did in this situation too! So please don't start stories and rumors that are not true! His family is going through enough already!!! Please let his memory live on through this all. God has taken him up to heaven as his "little angel" now.

Our thoughts and prayer go out to all of you during your time of loss. No that we are here for you all and if you need anything.....know that ALL of your friends are here for you always and forever. We love you all.

He will always be our guiding angel for now and always. Know that there is one more star in the sky at night shining down on us all. Much love. "

what a sad story wrote on Sep 29, 2008 1:37 PM:

" I grew up in the country. What we and our neighbors would do is call the ambulance and meet them on the road. Saving a few minutes can mean the difference between life and death. It is too bad this family didn't think of doing it, but I can only imagine their panic. "

Disappointed wrote on Sep 29, 2008 1:32 PM:

" I am so disappointed in people's reaction to this. First of all, whatever happened isn't really anyone's business. Why do all the snoopy old bitties seem to think they need to have every last gory detail for everything? It's a tragic thing, have some compassion and pray for this family to someday find peace and come to terms with all of this. Speculation and good old fashioned gossip - I mean paleeeze - find something better to do with your time than cause more grief for a family already devastated. Doesn't anyone have any heart left anymore? Leave the family alone to grieve. "

B wrote on Sep 29, 2008 1:20 PM:

" Please be considerate with your comments, this family could be reading them. They have enough grief without people pointing a finger at them. I don't know them and I don't know what happend but I can only imagine how I would feel if this happend to my loved one. My thoughts are prayers are with the family. "

why wrote on Sep 29, 2008 12:54 PM:

" I am pretty sure the boy wasnt left alone! Accidents happen and I sure when it did occur the parents wanted to get to the hospital asap, so they called 911 hung up and took off with child in hands trying to get him to where he needed to be, for crying out loud they live 18 miles away why wait for the ambulance, any loving parent would take the child on their own to the hospital instead of wait for an ambulance in ths situation, I think the parents did the right thing they wanted to get him to the care he needed. Imagine how they will feel the rest of their lives, this is awful and no one has the right to point fingers as a parent myself i sure wouldnt wait for the ambulance I would bail to the nearest hospital in this situation, it was the right thing and you need to stop pointing fingers, it was a freak accident and it is too bad that it had to turn this way, dont you think the parents are going through enough at this point.....imagine losing your child or rushing your own child to the hospital for that 18 mile drive wondering what is going to happen and what has just happened! i cant imagine...my heart and prayers go out to the family! they need all the support they can get at this point, there is nothing that will erase the imagine of their child's last moments in their minds forever.........so be kind and pray hard!! "

Parent myself wrote on Sep 29, 2008 12:46 PM:

" I agree with Patty melt, this is exactly how I interrpreted the story. Some of you people simply amaze me and this is exactly how rumors and half truths get started on what you write on here. Have some compassion for the family in a very tragic situation and don't blame anyone as it states the investigation is ongoing. Let them grieve for their son that was taken from them in such a devastating unexpected way. Accidents happen, that's why they are called accidents. Please don't make assumptions that things will never happen to you, do you think this family has never thought "that will never happen to me", right now the most important thing to a parent was taken from them, LET THEM GRIEVE!!!! "

4comfort wrote on Sep 29, 2008 12:37 PM:

" I don't know what happened. But God is here for the child. All I know for sure is that this baby went right into the arms of God. Pray for all of us and the parents. May God bless. "

devastated wrote on Sep 29, 2008 12:30 PM:

" My thoughts and prayers are with this family. It is amazing to me that when a family faces a tragic accident such as this - the first thing the community wants to do is point fingers and blame. Let this family grieve and heal. Stop the judging and speculating. "

neversaynever wrote on Sep 29, 2008 12:23 PM:

" Wow - Momthathunts, NEVER is a pretty strong word! Do you drive a car, take your kids swimming, anything that an accident could happen from? You take your kids to the lake, turn away for a split second and one of them drowns, someone hits the car you are driving with your children in it but if you wouldn't have pulled out into the intersection they would still be alive - who is responsible? The guilt these parents are feeling is horrendous and will last a life time. Think about if everyone is smart enough to realize the 3 year old didn't shoot himself in the head and then call 911, he probably wasn't old enough to drive the car - these people don't live within 5 minutes of the hospital perhaps they panicked, dialed 911 and then decided they could get this child to medical attention faster than medical attention was going to get to them. The paper states that they were all found at the hospital - so even though a tragic accident happened they were still trying to save the one they loved. Never say never. "

MomThatHunts wrote on Sep 29, 2008 12:04 PM:

" Ok, well there was just a news update. My heart goes out to the family of this little boy, as they took this little boy to the hospital on their own. None the less, I still don't understand how this could have happend.

Hopefully people will take this tradegy and "use" it as a way to keep their own families from having to experience this themselves. My God help them in their time of loss. "

sad wrote on Sep 29, 2008 12:04 PM:

" My thoughts and prayers go out the family. So sad.. "

Socks wrote on Sep 29, 2008 11:56 AM:

" The child wasn't left alone. They weren't home when the officer arrived because were going to the hospital. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. "

Coworker wrote on Sep 29, 2008 11:17 AM:

" My heart goes out to this family. Im so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you. "

BB wrote on Sep 29, 2008 11:13 AM:

" A loss that will be felt for a lifetime. So sad to think the child is just no longer there anymore. hug and kiss your kids and send your prayers to the family. We all need to remember to be responsible whenever we have children in all that we do. "

why wrote on Sep 29, 2008 11:05 AM:

" This is a very sad situation with lots of unanswered questions "

BB wrote on Sep 29, 2008 9:43 AM:

" How utterly sad his life was cut so short, hug your kids tonight. "

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