With such an unexpected death, Abby had to take care of her children while paying the bills. Abby wasn’t ready to take care of family business because she was waiting for John’s insurance settlement. Abby knew it wouldn’t be possible for her children to get Christmas presents.
Abby’s tragic story was well known to some, and EastIdahoNews.com saw an opportunity to bring joy to the Toone family’s lives. Sri Santa Claus has been helping people outside the area for four years. Nate Eaton, who works for Eastern Idaho News, was the messenger for this anonymous number.
The small Idaho community knows Eaton and the good news he will bring.
This surprised Abby again, and the tears were cut short by the gesture. It had only been a few months since John passed away, and emotions were still running high when she opened the box Nate had brought with him.
Abby’s children were present and the contents of the box left Abby speechless. Abby’s kids tried to guess the amount of the check, but they couldn’t get close.
While nothing can ease the pain of John’s death, the $10,000 Abby received will help her and the kids enjoy Christmas a little more. This money will also help Abby through the new year as she and her family try to move on without her beloved husband and father.
