Many thanks to those who rescued our family

To the editor:

It is difficult to find the right words to express our thanks for Lincoln County Search and Rescue, the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office and other organizations as well as the many volunteer friends and family who helped with the search for our daughter and grandchildren. We also offer so many thanks for the expression of hope and prayers from our Troy and Libby communities. It was a horrific night of darkness, literally and emotionally.

In the end, our loved ones, most fortunately, emerged safe. We want everyone to know how important it is to have the professional and compassionate organizations mentioned above, consisting of folks who risk their own well being, when events like this happen.

We cannot thank you enough.

Tony and Peggy Smith and family

Troy