Two deer hunters were standing on a ridge near a highway in
rural Michigan on the opening day of deer season. They both
Spotted a large trophy class buck meandering towards them.
As the one hunter raised his gun to shoot, a funeral
procession came slowly by. The hunter lowered his gun, took
off his hat and stood with his head bowed until the
procession was past. Of course by then, the deer was gone.
The other hunter exclaimed 'Wow! That was the most
sportsmanlike act I've ever seen! You allowed this
Trophy buck to escape while showing such compassion and
Kindness toward someone's dearly departed. You are a
Great humanitarian and a shining example to sportsmen
Throughout the world!'
The first hunter nodded and said, 'Well, we were
married for 32 years.
