Help us honor father killed by drunk driver.

My name is Pastor Paul Carr. On Thanksgiving night the life of loved Leroy Grim Jr. was taken at the hands of a  drunk driver, Our family has been devastated by this senseless act that caused the death of our loved one. Leroy was a fun loving, happy go-lucky brother, father, and grandfather. His passion for sports often had him at the arena cheering on local biddy and high school basketball and football teams.

In an effort to defray funeral cost and establish a memorial fund in Leroy's name we are asking that you contribute to this fund. The funds raised will be used to establish a memorial that will give scholarships to deserving underprivileged youth in the area. Any amount you can contribute is greatly appreciated.

Please read news story below.

Man faces involuntary manslaughter charge in fatal Thanksgiving crash

23 hrs 36 mins ago

written by KAKE News

Garett Meyers

Garett Meyers

Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office

The man arrested following a fatal crash Thanksgiving in Wichita is facing numerous charges including involuntary manslaughter.

 

Jail booking records identify him as 37-year-old Garett Meyers. He was arrested of the scene of the crash that happened shortly after 8 p.m. Thursday at 13th and Hillside.

 

Wichita Police say a small SUV was stopped facing westbound at the intersection when a large truck crashed into the back of it, causing it to flip over. The driver of the SUV, a 65-year-old man, died at the scene and the passenger, a 67-year-old woman, was taken to a local hospital with critical injuries.

 

Jail records indicate Meyers has a previous conviction for driving under the influence. He is being held on a $100,000 on charges of involuntary manslaughter in commission of DUI, aggravated battery: DUI, DUI 2nd conviction, speeding, driving while suspended or revoked, and operating a vehicle without an ignition interlock device.

 

There's no word yet on when Meyers could make his first appearance in court.