Bronze Statue Planned to Memorialize Texas Rangers Fan Who Fell and Died During Game

The Texas Rangers announced Monday that Shannon Stone, the fan who died after falling from the stands while reaching for a foul ball, will be memorialized with a statue outside the stadium’s home plate gate.

The bronze statute, which Rangers CEO and President Nolan Ryan called “a fitting tribute,” depicts Stone and six-year-old son Cooper enjoying a Rangers game.

Ryan went on to say the Stone family will be involved in the design and creation of the sculpture, which will be will be unveiled next season.

In a statement, Shannon’s widow, Jenny, said in part, “We continue to be appreciative of Nolan Ryan and the Texas Rangers as we deal with the loss of Shannon. Shannon and Cooper had a special relationship, and we are touched and grateful that it will be memorialized at one of their favorite places.”

[Huffington Post]