Father who lost children in wreck near Brownsville reflects one year later One year ago, three close-knit siblings went to take their dog to their mom, a vet, and were hit by an alleged drunk driver. Posted: May 24, 2021 7:56 PM Posted By: Matt Templeman 4 Images SWEET HOME, Ore. – On a quiet countryside just outside Sweet Home, Jim Simonis has a lot of time to think and wonder, but his mind never drifts or strays too far, especially on May 23. One year ago this Sunday, Simonis’ three inseparable children had taken their dog to their mom, who is a vet, but they never made it home. Police said their car was hit by a drunk driver on Highway 228 near Brownsville.