Local Farmer Loses His Tractor!
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Posted3 years ago
melvinsfundraiser
Oakville, MB
Member since October 6, 2020
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R.M of Rosedale Farmer Loses His Tractor
Melvin Thiessen, an Eden, Manitoba area farmer and volunteer fire man (20+ years) is heading into winter without the means to feed his cattle. For many years, Melvin has relied on his tractor (an MX120 CiH) as it is the principle piece of equipment to keep his small farming operation running. The tractor has been vital for everything including, planting, spraying, mowing, and baling his winter feed. He also uses it to help other local farmers and to plow snow during the winter at his church.
On September 10, 2020, he was hauling his winter hay home when the bearings in the front final drive seized up without warning. This mechanical failure caused the front wheel to stop while he was headed down a hill and jackknifed the trailer he was pulling. His tractor flipped on it’s side and slid 150 feet before coming to a stop with the trailer partially on top of the tractor.
Thankfully, Melvin was not injured in the incident; however, the tractor was rendered beyond repair. Unfortunately, the insurance Melvin had only covered fire, and has left him heading into winter with the question of how he will be able to keep his cattle fed.
Melvin has a passion to raise food for the world, and puts everything he has into raising quality beef. He has also put his abilities to use in other countries, sharing aid and God’s love, while helping build a school in Brazil and traveling to countries in need of hurricane relief following disasters. As a volunteer fireman, he has helped individuals in the Eden, MB area during their time of greatest need. On many occasions he has pulled victims from car wrecks, rushed to put out fires, participated in search and rescue, and helped when tornados struck.
Now Melvin needs our help and as his family we are reaching out to express that to you. As he looks to replace his tractor, we are humbly asking for your consideration of support. If you would like to donate please send an email or message for further information. Your prayers, care, and concern are much appreciated!
Sincerely,
The Thiessen Family
“I am very grateful that God provided the opportunity to use that tractor, and want to trust Him he will provide another one to fill my need”. – Melvin Thiessen
Melvin Thiessen, an Eden, Manitoba area farmer and volunteer fire man (20+ years) is heading into winter without the means to feed his cattle. For many years, Melvin has relied on his tractor (an MX120 CiH) as it is the principle piece of equipment to keep his small farming operation running. The tractor has been vital for everything including, planting, spraying, mowing, and baling his winter feed. He also uses it to help other local farmers and to plow snow during the winter at his church.
On September 10, 2020, he was hauling his winter hay home when the bearings in the front final drive seized up without warning. This mechanical failure caused the front wheel to stop while he was headed down a hill and jackknifed the trailer he was pulling. His tractor flipped on it’s side and slid 150 feet before coming to a stop with the trailer partially on top of the tractor.
Thankfully, Melvin was not injured in the incident; however, the tractor was rendered beyond repair. Unfortunately, the insurance Melvin had only covered fire, and has left him heading into winter with the question of how he will be able to keep his cattle fed.
Melvin has a passion to raise food for the world, and puts everything he has into raising quality beef. He has also put his abilities to use in other countries, sharing aid and God’s love, while helping build a school in Brazil and traveling to countries in need of hurricane relief following disasters. As a volunteer fireman, he has helped individuals in the Eden, MB area during their time of greatest need. On many occasions he has pulled victims from car wrecks, rushed to put out fires, participated in search and rescue, and helped when tornados struck.
Now Melvin needs our help and as his family we are reaching out to express that to you. As he looks to replace his tractor, we are humbly asking for your consideration of support. If you would like to donate please send an email or message for further information. Your prayers, care, and concern are much appreciated!
Sincerely,
The Thiessen Family
“I am very grateful that God provided the opportunity to use that tractor, and want to trust Him he will provide another one to fill my need”. – Melvin Thiessen