My uncle Kevin passed away last night from a gunshot wound to his abdomen, resulting from a negligent discharge of a 45 handgun. He leaves behind two sons (Kevin Jr, and Jared), his wife Jodi, and a lot of family members who cared a great deal for him.
Kevin was a strong, lifelong second amendment supporter, friend, and mentor. He was always the type to call or write to politicians to let them know how he felt about what they were doing. He was a handloader, and a good marksman, a fisherman, and a gardener. Many a pin went tumbling down in front of his sights at club meets, and there was always food on the table for his family.
He saw me through some rough spots when I was younger, after my father shot himself when I was a kid. He helped me understand the world better and helped to keep my head straight as I was growing up. I wasn't alone, because he always went out of his way to help those in need. He gave of himself, continuously.
I can't write more. But I will leave this message for others:
Don't mix alcohol and guns, and don't make assumptions. It only takes one small mistake to lose everything.
RIP Kevin Ales, you will be missed, my friend.
Kevin was a strong, lifelong second amendment supporter, friend, and mentor. He was always the type to call or write to politicians to let them know how he felt about what they were doing. He was a handloader, and a good marksman, a fisherman, and a gardener. Many a pin went tumbling down in front of his sights at club meets, and there was always food on the table for his family.
He saw me through some rough spots when I was younger, after my father shot himself when I was a kid. He helped me understand the world better and helped to keep my head straight as I was growing up. I wasn't alone, because he always went out of his way to help those in need. He gave of himself, continuously.
I can't write more. But I will leave this message for others:
Don't mix alcohol and guns, and don't make assumptions. It only takes one small mistake to lose everything.
RIP Kevin Ales, you will be missed, my friend.
Sorry for your loss and thank you for posting the reminder.
