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Initially planning to meet near the IGA parking lot before plans were changed to meet and journey from the Fire Hall, a group numbering 25 and growing came At the time to set out from the _re house, over 50 people

were assembled in the light snowfall and freezing temperatures to make the journey to try and give joy to Sophi and her family. With Fire Chief Korey Hagenson and his crew being enlisted to provide support and temporarily block streets to ensure group safety as they made the trek, “Singers for Sophi” sang “Jingle Bells,” “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing,” “Frosty the Snowman,” “Joy to the World,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” and “Silent Night” as family members watched from both inside and outside, while Sophi waved to the crowd through a window. With candles lit in red plastic cups and electric LED Tealights to leave in support, carolers came to the window after singing was _nished and waved

to Sophi, who waved back.

Also included in the group effort at holiday cheer were holiday treats for the family and a yellow canvas for carolers to sign saying “We love you Sophi,” made and contributed by Donna Boettcher. Felt tip markers were on hand for carolers to sign at the Fire Hall. And while Sophi’s family is understandably preoccupied right now, they were visibly grateful as the carolers came by to spread some cheer.

For those interested in donating, the fundraiser to help with medical costs is still ongoing.

Donna Boettcher shows the signed yellow canvas that carolers presented to Sophi. Sta_ Photo.