
Saying Goodbye to Clarke with Love
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As many of you already know, Clarke's great life adventure ended on August 19. He passed away surrounded by love and prayers, with his beloved wife, Cynthia, and children, Malaika, Carmen, Chino and Coco, at his bedside. His was a life spent making a difference: a helping hand to many; a compassionate ear to those who had his counsel; a valued and steadfast friend; a happy and supportive father; a loving partner in life.
We are all saddened that our dream of a kidney transplant for Clarke will not come true. But our effort to support his family is not over. As the Nebraos prepare to say goodbye, they also face the harsh reality of a substantial hospital bill and funeral costs. We are now adjusting our fundraising goal in line with this current need.
The hospital and funeral costs are estimated to reach PHP 1 million, or approximately $18,000.
So far, we have raised almost $4000 through this platform. Others have donated directly to the family by other means. To them and to you, our GoFundMe donors, we give our heartfelt thanks. We humbly ask that you continue to share Clarke's story and to support his family with your generosity. Help ease the heavy financial burden for this heartbroken family.
As always, we are grateful that you're here. Now go spend time with someone you love.
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Our friend, Clarke Nebrao, is in a fight for his life. He was diagnosed with end-stage kidney failure in November 2022. He began receiving twice weekly dialysis, while he waited for a kidney transplant. On Saturday, August 12, he was rushed to the local emergency room for emergency dialysis. He suffered a cardiac arrest, but was thankfully revived by medical staff. He remains confined in the hospital, where he is getting frequent dialyses and blood transfusions. He has been intubated to assist his breathing, and is being fed through a nasogastric (NG) tube.
Some of you knew of Clarke's health issues. For others, this might be the first you are hearing of his circumstance. Clarke and his wife, Cynthia, have chosen, up to this point, to remain private about the challenges their family has been facing over the past few months. But the situation has now taken a devastating turn. On their behalf, we are appealing to you for urgent help.
Clarke needs a new kidney as soon as possible. The transplant itself, and all the treatment and care he will need in the interim, will cost a considerable amount. We are aiming to raise PHP 3 million (USD53,000) to cover the bulk of that financial burden.
Clarke and Cynthia are good people. They, more than most, have spent a considerable part of their lives in service to others, to their community, and in Clarke's case, to his country. They are, unequivocally, the kind of people who make the world a better place. If you have benefited from their assistance, been touched by their kindness, or blessed with their friendship at any point in your life, we ask you now to generously gift back to them. Help us get the PHP 3 million needed for Clarke to get a new kidney. Help Clarke continue his life of service and love, with Cynthia by his side. Help their four children continue to grow with Clarke's guidance and example. Help them continue to have hope.
Fundraising team (2)

Abigail Klosinski
Organizer
Boyette, FL
Sonia McStay
Team member