Margie Reckard, one of 22 killed in the El Paso Walmart mass shooting, was honored by more than a thousand people.
Antonio Basco sat beside his late wife Margie Reckard's light brown casket. He buried his face in his hands and sobbed.
Left without her, Basco remains uncertain of his near future but has found support from his community. With no other family, he called for the community to join him in saying goodbye.During a prayer service for Reckard at La Paz Faith Center n Central El Paso, Basco was engulfed in love and support. The packed church holds about 500 and there was about triple that number outside. Flowers for Reckard came from all over the world.
Martha Miller, who is part of Reckard's extended family, said"I've never had so many people welcome like this before." Quickly, a line formed out of the center's doors as thousands continued to attend the service. Some waiting two hours in line.
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