Family of 13-year-old boy in dirt bike accident says he will be taken off life support, become organ donor

FOUNTAIN, Colo. (KRDO) -- The 13-year-old boy who was in a dirt bike accident in Lorson Ranch near his home on Oct.13 will be taken off life support, according to sources close to the family.

Silas Gardner's family says his organs will go to save the lives of others in his final act of selflessness.

"It...is the parents' worst nightmare. It's the most unthinkable thing that you could ever have to face," said long-time family friend, Cohle Crabtree.

Silas' father is a Green Bertet. Crabtree fought with him in the military.

"They're facing this tough battle right now. You know, this is the battle of their lives, essentially. No combat can compare to this," Crabtree said.

He said Silas will forever be remembered as a kid who loved telling jokes, was super adventurous, and most of all, loved his family.

If people would like to support Silas, the family asks them to donate to the local non-profit, "The Special Forces Foundation," in his honor.

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