The photo rests in the living room, perched on a ledge at eye level. It is encased in a frame decorated with small Oklahoma State logos and white flowers. It sits atop a white handkerchief that bears the words, He will wipe away every tear… Rev. 21:4in blue cursive lettering.
The picture inside, taken October 3, 2015, features Oklahoma State quarterback Mason Rudolph cradling four-year-old Gavin King. Rudolph, still in his black jersey and white pants following a 36-34 win over Kansas State, holds Gavin close while looking up toward the stands. Gavin, wearing a red Spider-Man sweatshirt, raises his right arm to acknowledge the crowd.