Early Sunday morning Eric was involved in a horrific hunting accident where he was life flighted to Mercy Hospital in Springfield Mo, and underwent surgery immediately and is expected to have another surgery Tuesday 11/9 morning. Eric is expected to have a long recovery ahead of him, as well as many additional obstacles ahead. Eric is a husband, brother, father and good friend of many as well as a local business owner and employee.

The Runnels family will now have an unexpected financial burden ahead due to Eric being out of work for an extended period of time. Eric's expected recovery time is up to 6 months. On top of medical bills, the Runnels family also have the every day expenses to worry about as Amanda continues to work and be there for Eric. Our current goal is to raise $10,000 to take the weight off of their shoulders so they can focus on recovery without the additional stress of unexpected financial burden. Money donated will assist the Runnels family with daily expenses during his long recovery, as well as medical bills that insurance may not cover.

Please help where you can, and share with friends and family, and continue to keep the Runnels family in your prayers during his time in recovery. For those that are lucky enough to know Eric personally, know that he is a lover of all things outdoors, and has a personality that can light up a room.