Pictured is Kyle Miller, leading the way in the Echoes of the Past’s third annual tractor drive to honor Kurt Miller. Photo provided by Christina Morehouse.

News Release

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — For the third year, the Echoes of the Past took to the country roads of Kosciusko and Fulton Counties to honor Kurt Miller.

Pictured are some of the tractor drive attendees, Morris Folk’s nephew, Baylor, left, and Folk. Photo provided by Christina Morehouse.

25 tractors, including club and non-club members, were on hand to participate in the 20-mile tractor drive. Drivers from as far away as Lucerne came to support the Millers in honoring their son along with the club.

Fathers, sons, and grandsons all shared navigation duties. Uncles and nephews took turns piloting tractors for the 20-mile drive. Riders were able to ride the club tram and enjoy the scenic drive through the country.

Engines fired up at 9:30 a.m. and headed northwest towards Mentone where the drivers were met by supporters waving and cheering as they navigated their way through downtown. Following a stop at Craig Welding, the drive made its way back to the starting point of Kurt’s childhood home for a delicious lunch and Igloo ice cream.

The drive was able to generate $1,458 for the Kurt Miller Memorial Fund. More information on the fund is available with the Kosciusko Community Foundation.

The date for next years drive will be Sept. 9, 2023.

To check out the schedule of events, The Echoes of the Past can be found on Facebook or at www.theechoesofthepast.com

25 tractors participated in the Echoes of the Past’s tractor drive. Pictured is Cody Hedington, left, with his son, Hank. Photo provided by Christina Morehouse.