EARLVILLE – Over 20 neighbors and friends of the late Tom Sampson brought farm equipment to his fields Monday to harvest soybeans. Coordinated by fellow Earlville farmer R.E. Larkin, the 8 or so combines made quick work of the 165 acres. Tom passed away unexpectedly in early August, leaving behind a wife and son. Gloria Sampson couldn’t thank the community enough for their support.
“Every time I talk about it I start crying, they just showed up and took care of everything and got it covered.” Sampson said.
Volunteers and friends helped haul the soybeans to the Triumph Elevator, and deliver lunches to those working in the field.
“All their support helped me and Cole so much, it’s wonderful to know that in this community if anyone needs anything, people just show up and help” noted Sampson Monday.
A second day of fieldwork will be planned once the remaining 150 acres of corn is ready.
