'She had a smile for everybody': Family remembers 1-year-old who died after being struck by train
HARDIN, MISSOURI: A family has been left devastated after their one-year-old girl was fatally struck by a train. The toddler was hit while being “stationary" on the railroad tracks Saturday morning, May 13, the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) said in a report.
The tot’s parents Daylea and Hunter named her Harper during an interview with CBS affiliate KCTV. They also shared that the little one would have soon turned two. Daylea told the station, “Harper was a happy baby. She loved everybody. Harper was very adventurous. She never wanted to do anything alone. She never wanted help. I don’t blame anyone.”
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‘She had a smile for everybody’
Hunter added, “Our little girl is up there smiling at us, every heart she touched. She had a smile for everybody.” Besides, Ray County Sheriff's Office issued a statement on Facebook that read, “Today the sheriff's office along with multiple agencies worked a tragic event in Hardin. At this time we will not be making any statements. We ask you to pray for all affected by today's event and respect their privacy. Sincerely, Sheriff Scott Childers.”
Childers also spoke with KCTV and said, “We live in an age where everybody wants to know everything. But sometimes accidents happen, incidents happen and we have to respect people’s privacy.”
‘Prayers for everyone involved’
The post received supportive messages as a user shared, “This is the saddest thing ever. Praying God's comfort for the baby's family, the train personnel, and our first responders.” A second user wrote, “Sending prayers for all involved!! Especially the family. Heartbreaking.”
Another commented, “Keeping All first responders, an engineer, and the family in My thoughts and prayers. Such a terrible tragedy this is so heartbreaking.” A fourth added, “Prayers for everyone involved victims, law enforcement, and ems that worked the scene. You are all in my thoughts and prayers tonight!!”
‘Harper will never be forgotten’
Meanwhile, a GoFundMe has been started to help the family in difficult times. The message on the fundraiser said, “After a tragic accident this morning and the loss of Hunter and Daylea’s sweet baby Harper, we have put together this go fund me to help with the unexpected upcoming expenses and for future needs for them and their little family. Anything will help and prayers are welcome!”
Several people sent their condolences on the GoFundMe as a person wrote, “Daylea and Hunter, my thoughts and prayers have been with you both and your families since Saturday. Harper Wren will never be forgotten. Sending you both so much love.”
Another stated, “I have a 2-year-old and my heart truly goes out to ANY parent that has to go through something this horrific. I can't imagine going through this. I'm so sorry to the family of this little one. I'm sorry for all the judgmental people out there as well. This kind of thing can happen to anyone.” “There are no words. So very sorry for your loss sending prayers your way,” a third added.
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