falmax

[falmax]

Hilarious Tales of Mega Millions Winners

Ever wondered what happens when common people win extraordinary amounts of money? From purchasing cows to going fishing, these Mega Millions winners have some of the most entertaining and heartwarming stories. Dive into the universe of lottery winners and discover how their lives went off in strange directions after raising a ruckus around town.

Ralph and Mary Stebbins: A Dental Facility and a Cow

Michigan residents Ralph and Mary Stebbins had a unique vision for their Mega Millions winnings. They decided to use their newfound wealth to benefit their community by beginning a dental center for low-income residents in their hometown. Mary, however, had a simpler wish: she wanted to purchase a cow. Their story is a testament to how lottery winnings can be used for both community service and personal delight.

Eddie Nabors: From Transporter to Fishing Enthusiast

In March 2007, Eddie Nabors from Dalton, Georgia, shared the largest lottery prize in U.S. history at that point, a staggering $390 million, with another ticket holder from New Jersey. His winning numbers were 16-22-29-39-42, and the Mega Ball was 20. Nabors, a transporter for Mohawk Industries, was in disbelief when he found out he had won. When asked how he planned to spend his winnings, he just replied, "I will go fishing." The CEO of Georgia Lottery, Margaret DeFrancisco, even gave him a pad that said "Gone fishing" to pose with at the press conference. Nabors purchased a new boat and planned to take it "everywhere."

J.R. Triplett: Shopping Spree Dreams

In April 2004, retired transporter J.R. Triplett won a $239 million jackpot. At the press conference, his wife Peggy excitedly declared her plans to "shop until I drop." Their story features the delight and excitement that comes with such a life-evolving event.

Margaret Jones: A Bus Brimming with Celebrations

Margaret Jones, who won a $130 million jackpot in January 2005, made a stupendous entrance at the Atlanta headquarters. She hired a bus and brought along her family, relatives, and friends to celebrate her win. The gathering cheered and celebrated the whole way to Atlanta and continued their celebrations during the press conference.

Stephen Cooke: Double the Karma

Stephen Cooke from Roswell, Georgia, had an extraordinary stroke of karma in November 2003. He realized he had purchased two lottery tickets with the same winning number blend, making him a double winner. Cooke left the Mega Millions office twice that day, each time with a $13.3 million check in his pocket.