ELGIN, Ill. — Everrit “Jim” Schlegel is a rare breed; he’s actually seen the Cubs play in the World Series.
As long-suffering Cubs fans know all too well, the last time the Cubs were in the World Series was 1945. At 97, Schlegel, a Pearl Harbor veteran, may not have many more opportunities to see his beloved Cubs play for the championship. That's why his granddaughter started a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for a pair of World Series tickets.
Camping World CEO Marcus Lemonis heard about Schlegel's campaign and gifted a pair of tickets to Friday night's game to the veteran, according to WGN.
This man is so deserving. We've connected and he's going with my two tix first row Friday. Enjoy Jim, bring us a win!!! @Cubs @fox32news https://t.co/C3LxCu5V0w
— Marcus Lemonis (@marcuslemonis) October 25, 2016
Schlegel was touched by the offer and plans on taking his son to the game. He recorded a message of thanks to Lemonis, which was posted on Twitter.
Thank you again! @marcuslemonis @Hugsandxoxo4u2 pic.twitter.com/ytgOXBeR9S
— Helen Schlegel (@BoogBoog88) October 25, 2016
As for the GoFundMe campaign, it has generated over $11,000 in donations. The family will donate all proceeds to the Purple Heart Foundation.
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