The "Denton Spider-Man," who visits children and runs an animal rescue, now faces over $80,000 in medical bills after a life-threatening infection.
Local 'Spider-Man' Now Needs Help: Faces $80K in Medical Bills After Emergency
North Texas man known for bringing joy to children hospitalized with life-threatening infection
DENTON, Texas — A North Texas man known for dressing as Spider-Man to bring joy to children is now facing a different kind of challenge after a serious medical emergency. Jeremy Sons, who runs the Clear Creek Adventure Ranch Rescue and Education Farm, was recently hospitalized with a life-threatening condition.
"I was septic and I was pretty close, pretty close... to being out of the game and they were rushing me in for emergency surgery, and I have surgery coming up again next week," Sons said.
Outside of his superhero persona, Sons and his wife care for animals at their nonprofit rescue, often taking in animals in critical condition. The llamas and other animals at the farm still depend on the couple's daily care even as Sons recovers.
Sons also traveled to Uvalde after the school shooting, handing out teddy bears to children. "Just Spider-Man showing up and just making those memories and going to the hospital when a kid needs encouragement. It's been a life-changing experience to say the least," he said.
Now, Sons said he is facing more than $80,000 in medical bills and does not have insurance. At the urging of community members, Sons started an online fundraiser to help cover the costs. He said the response has been overwhelming. "I just wanna thank anybody and everybody that just has reached out and just showed me and my family love. It means more to me than you know," he said.
