Everrit “Jim” Schlegel is a rare breed – he’s actually seen the Cubs play in the World Series.
As long-suffering Cubs fans know all too well, the last time the Cubs were in the World Series was 1945. At 97, Schlegel, a Pearl Harbor veteran, may not have many more opportunities to see his beloved Cubs play for the championship. That's why his granddaughter started a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for a pair of World Series tickets.
Camping World CEO Marcus Lemonis heard about Schlegel's campaign and gifted a pair of tickets to Friday night's game to the veteran, according to WGN.
Schlegel was touched by the offer and plans on taking his son to the game. He recorded a message of thanks to Lemonis, which was posted on Twitter.
As for the GoFundMe campaign, it has generated over $11,000 in donations. The family will donate all proceeds to the Purple Heart Foundation.
