No matter how much money someone has at their disposal, there are always things people wish they could have done while they were alive.
David Robert Wetzell, who was an avid animal lover with a dog, six cats, seven chickens and a 20-year-old parakeet, had always wanted to start an animal shelter. “He thought about it and that was something that was greatly on his mind,” Ronald Tompkins, executor of Wetzell’s estate, said.
Wetzell never got to see those dreams through, however, as the 80-year-old died in December 2014. But Wetzell left specific instructions to sell everything he owned and use the $3 million to start an animal shelter.
In his instructions, Wetzell wanted the sanctuary to be modeled after the Animal Welfare League of Clark County. “On this property, there will be a preserve, a cemetery to spread ashes of lost pets, a training and rehabilitation facility as well as a main adoption facility.”
“The property will also be accessible for members and will have trails, dog parks, and ponds where families, individuals and their pets can enjoy the secluded acreage and scenic views. There will also be picnic areas for members to enjoy a full days experience,” Wetzell instructed.
“The animals are well cared for and neutered and fully vetted before they can be adopted,” Mona Willour Newcomer wrote on the shelter’s Facebook. “This shelter is an amazing legacy for a man who cared and put his money where his mouth is.”
80-Year-Old Leaves Behind Millions For Animals In Need is an article from: LifeDaily