loco4coues Report post Posted November 6, 2013 Definitely not prepared to read this story this morning. I am very sorry for the loss of your nephew and such a tragic loss for your whole extended family. It brought tears to read this story. That's a great deer and hopefully it will be a step to find a way to cope with loss of his son and somehow move on. I can't even imagine how painful this must be. God Bless and may Big Guns, Gunner rest in piece. +1 I couldn't say it any better than this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Matt Meyer Report post Posted November 6, 2013 Definitely not prepared to read this story this morning. I am very sorry for the loss of your nephew and such a tragic loss for your whole extended family. It brought tears to read this story. That's a great deer and hopefully it will be a step to find a way to cope with loss of his son and somehow move on. I can't even imagine how painful this must be. God Bless and may Big Guns, Gunner rest in piece. +1 I couldn't say it any better than this. +2 Me neither Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hunter4life Report post Posted November 6, 2013 +3, got coues said it perfectly. The story also brought tears to my eyes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ernesto C Report post Posted November 6, 2013 Congratulations on your buck! The antler necklace with Gunner's ashes is cool. Way to take him with you. What a tragedy. I pray your family can heal from such a loss. + 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scoutm Report post Posted November 6, 2013 This post broke my heart. I'm glad Dakota is able to find some peace from such a loss in the outdoors. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scooter Report post Posted November 6, 2013 Dakota, many prayers are being sent to you and your family. Great buck, and my best wishes to your young family as you carry on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DUG Report post Posted November 6, 2013 Many tears were shed and prayers were said at our house during Gunners ordeal. Aaron that is so cool for Dakota to take such a great buck. I will share this story with Beth. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZHNTR67 Report post Posted November 8, 2013 Great Buck and great story! Congratulations! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mc68 Report post Posted November 8, 2013 Well I know that little guy is smiling big all the time now, just like he was in that picture. I'm sure that he is really proud of his Dad for his great deer. Im sure he shared in the excitement. Very happy that you were able to have such a successful hunt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coues7 Report post Posted November 8, 2013 Congrats. Awesome and well deserved Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jim Report post Posted November 8, 2013 Wow tuff story but awesome way to keep Gunner close to his father. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlyingW Report post Posted November 8, 2013 Having not only lost a son myself but one who rode bulls with Dakota for a time , this hits very close to home for me. I cant say enough good about Dakota , Amanda and the entire family. I'm happy for the deer you harvested and your family has been in our prayers since the onset. God Bless...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
azffhunter Report post Posted November 12, 2013 Life is full of perspective. I am so saddened to hear of the loss of Gunner. Having children of my own the thought of what their family must have gone though is quite simply unimaginable. The great outdoors are a great way to find clarity and I hope his hunt brought him at least a little comfort. Congratulations Dakota on an amazing buck. And what a great idea to find a way to bring your son with you. Thoughts and prayers to your family.....thank you for sharing this with all of us. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhuntin Report post Posted November 12, 2013 Sorry for your loss,I cant even begin to comprehend. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aaron Fritz Report post Posted January 15, 2014 Congratulations Dakota! I knew that little stuffed buck wasn't good enough for Big Guns! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
