ST. FRANCOIS COUNTY, Mo. — A small cross with flowers sits on the side of Highway OO in Fredericktown. It was not there as of Thursday afternoon.
That's because of the tragedy that stung St. Francois County on Thursday morning.
A horse-drawn buggy carrying the Shirk family was rear-ended by a pickup truck.
Melvin Shirk, a 7-year-old boy, died. Two other children, ages 10 and 12, suffered serious injuries, according to the crash report.
Two women, who are 21 and 50, also were seriously injured.
All were in the buggy on their way to a blueberry farm.
"Live life to the fullest. We're not guaranteed tomorrow," said Kelli Walker, who lives in Fredericktown.
She was emotional talking about it, as she has two children of her own.
The communities in Fredericktown, Farmington and surrounding areas have been showing support for the Shirk family — along with the Mennonite community — since Thursday.
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That night, around 150 people took part in a vigil for nearly half an hour. They prayed for the family.
Friday was no different.
"I prayed again this morning first thing and prayer led into a strong desire from the holy spirit to come here," said Charlie Usher, who lives in Park Hills.
Charlie Usher was far from alone.
Car after car stopped by the Home Gardens Community Market.
"I brought some treats for the kids," said Kelli Walker, who lives in Fredericktown.
When the parking lot emptied out, it filled right back up. People emptied out their trunks with pillows, food, and drinks.
The store is owned by Old Order Mennonite families. The Shirks are, too. That means they shy away from modern conveniences.
They asked not to be shown on camera but allowed 5 On Your Side to take a few pictures of some of the donations they've collected.
They said the support they've felt has been overwhelming. And it continues.
Walker lives on a farm and said she was ready to lend a hand.
"We're going to see if they need any help picking vegetables," she said.
Others have given money for the family's hospital bills or shopped to support the store.
The tight-knit community is doing what they can. Charlie Usher pointed to his shirt as the key. It said "Faith can move mountains."
"This family will get through this situation with faith," he said.
Numerous churches in the county are all working to get more donations for this family and for this Mennonite community on Sunday.