A community came together Sunday to help raise funds for the family of Guillermo “Gordo” Gama, the sole survivor of the train crash that killed six people.
Gama, 23, remains hospitalized and was recently diagnosed with pneumonia, according to his aunt Jennifer Cantu.
Local businesses donated items for a raffle. Restaurants donated food, from tacos to baked goods to ice cream. DJs donated their equipment and time. Car enthusiasts showed up for the car show.
Peppered among the crowd were supporters sporting t-shirts with the message “Gordo Strong.”
Cantu was humbled by the show of support. “It means everything to us, just to see everyone come out, see the word spread through the community,” she said. “It’s amazing, we’re so grateful and thankful.”