Indianola community holds parade to fulfill dying man's last wish
Tractors and trucks from all corners of Warren County came out to support Richie Veasman one last time.
The 29-year-old was diagnosed with terminal cancer and was discharged from treatment to spend time with family and friends.
And his community made sure to let him know he has many who care for him.
"It's really great to see how the community came out and supported him. His last wish was to have a parade," said Terri Alley-Ciecalone, Richie's caretaker.
"Most of the guys were in the field an hour ago. They quit what they were doing to give Richie what he wanted," said parade organizer Mark Putney.
Richie is well-known in the farming community in Warren County. Growing up he spent a lot of time with his grandfather, who recently passed. Many of the friendships his grandfather had have still been maintained.
Family, friends and neighbors watched on as the parade went by Richie's home.
Some emotional and others just taking in the kindness of their community.
Loved ones say the best thing about Richie is his personality. He could make friends with just about everyone, and those friends showed up for him Tuesday.
"A lot of spunk. A lot of spunk. He's never met a stranger. Once you get to know him, it's hard not to love him," said Alley-Ciecalone.