Callen Jace Little was 9 years old when he died on June 13, 2015. He was born November 7, 2005, to Michael and Tasha Little and raised on the Waggoner & Sauder Ranch in Decatur, Texas. Teachers remembered him as joyous, obedient, and headed for big things; he also worked on the family ranch and had a strong interest in scripture.

On the day of the incident Callen was hunting with his grandfather, Jim Bob Little, at the Nine Bar Ranch in Decatur. Callen left the hunting blind without his grandfather’s knowledge and was struck in the chest by his grandfather’s shotgun. Wise County Sheriff David Walker said the investigation pointed to a tragic accident, with no foul play and no arrests or suspects.

If anyone knew Callen, the Little family, or was at the Nine Bar Ranch that day and can add details, please share what you know.