Gene Hartsock is a very special guy. Yes, he is a member of the Tribe, the Iowa City West High Class of 1973.
Come to find out, he is a member of another community. He is well known among the members of his shoe repair profession, and they are rallying together to support Gene.
They have started a GoFundMe site for Gene, and we will let them explain:
It’s time for us to come together and help out a friend and fellow repairman! Our brother Gene Hartsock has had many health challenges in his life, and now he finds himself in need of not one, but two new hips. So badly in fact, that if he doesn’t get the operation soon, he won’t be able to work his shop any more. He is on the list for the operation, but the problem is the two to three months of recovery time. He won’t be able to pay his rent, and will be forced to close his business.
We simply can’t stand by and let this happen……….
How many of us have benefited from his willingness to help and teach others? I know his knowledge and tips have helped me out countless times and I am a better repairer because of it. We can help him out! Every bit will help keep his bills paid while he recovers. Recovery is important and he does not need the added stress of wondering how he will pay the bills or having to close his doors. Lets get this done!
