A Southern California man with an extensive gun collection of mostly antique firearms spanning centuries wanted one of his passions to benefit another.
Paul O'Donnell died Sept. 13 after suffering a heart attack at age 78. In his will, the Ontario man ordered the guns be sold at auction with proceeds being donated toThe more than $600,000 donation came as a welcome surprise when the shelter learned of the bequest earlier this month.
"It has made us have the brightest smiles," said Helen Rockett, of West End Animal Shelter."We're always in need of money, and support for our dogs, their food, and their kennels.
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