By MATT PHELPS Bothell Reporter Regional Assistant Editor December 31, 2012 11:12 AM

The melody from Over the Rainbow echoed through the parking lot of Bothell High School Friday evening as many wept and held candles for a local family. The outpouring of emotional support was palpable, as nearly 300 people showed up at the vigil to show support for the Owen family of Bothell.

I dont know what Id do without you guys. You guys have been my rock, my foundation, Jeremy Mathias Owen, 22, told the crowd.

His adoptive parents Timothy Desmond Owen, 58, and Cheryl Janine Reed, 56, were killed Dec. 21 during an accident on Highway 2. Timothy Owen was driving a 1999 Chevrolet Suburban eastbound, about 21 miles west of Leavenworth on Stevens Pass, when a tree fell on the vehicle at approximately 1:20 p.m., according to the Washington State Patrol.

Both Timothy and Cheryl were pronounced dead at the scene.

Jeremy had a message for his parents: I am going to take care of my sisters. Dad and Mom, I am going to make it. Im gonna make it for you only. I love you so much.

The couples three adult children and son-in-law, who were pedestrians in the vehicle, were all injured.

The Owens children, Jamie Owen Mayer, 24, and Jessica Janine Owen, 27, along with their son-in-law Steven T. Mayer, 24, are still at Harborview Medical Center with various injuries.

Jeremy Owen was the only family member to be released from medical care.

Posters and cards for each family member were signed by those at the vigil. Many in attendance knew the Owens through their church, community sports and other community events and organizations. A jazz choir, made up of 2003 Bothell High School alumni, sang and a minister led the crowd in prayer for the family.

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Outpouring of emotions during vigil at BHS for family injured on Highway 2