Ralph and Mary Stebbins: A Dental Clinic 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 starting a dental clinic for low-income residents in their hometown. Mary, however, had a simpler wish: she wanted to buy a cow. Their story is a testament to how lottery winnings can be used for both community service and personal joy.

Eddie Nabors: From Truck Driver to Fishing Enthusiast

In March 2007, Eddie Nabors from Dalton, Georgia, shared the largest Jun88 lottery prize in U.S. history at the time, 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 truck driver for Mohawk Industries, was in disbelief when he found out he had won. When asked how he planned to spend his winnings, he simply replied, “I’m gonna go fishing.” The CEO of Georgia Lottery, Margaret DeFrancisco, even gave him a pillow that said “Gone fishing” to pose with at the press conference. Nabors bought a new boat and planned to take it “everywhere.”

J.R. Triplett: Shopping Spree Dreams

In April 2004, retired truck driver J.R. Triplett won a $239 million jackpot. At the press conference, his wife Peggy excitedly declared her plans to “shop ’til I drop.” Their story highlights the joy and excitement that comes with such a life-changing event.