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Save the Wedum Lake Home

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This is something that we have never done but we are hurting for our daughter in  law, Whitney, and her brother, John. Tragically and unexpectedly they lost their dad on July 2, 2020, just a short year and a half after losing their mom tragically as well.

David had always wanted his passing to be marked as celebration of his life and we are going to do exactly that. But first, I need to do something David would not like and that is to ask for help.

Sherry was, in many ways, the glue that held the family together and Whitney and John, like many young adult children, were not too aware of any serious financial struggles. Unfortunately, now they are. In addition to losing both parents, Whitney and John could also lose the family home. A house that has been in the family for 60 years since their grandmother built it. 

Of course it is hurtful and embarrassing to make public, things that are typically kept private, so it is out of a deep need that this request is being made. Whitney and John have discovered that the family home has a substantial mortgage remaining which was taken out to try to save the family lumberyard. In addition, David had canceledhis life insurance policy before his death.

With your help, I would like to be able to raise enough money for Whitney and John to sustain the home for a year. This would give them enough time to gather advice and determine what they should do with the house. It also gives them time to grieve parents and property before any major decisions are made.

This home is more than just a house. It has been in the family for 60 years. It is where Whitney and John were born and grew up and have now been able to bring the grandkids to enjoy as well. This home holds many wonderful memories for them of their parents and  it would be devastating to see it lost.

Thank you for taking the time to read this and for any contribution you are able to make to Whitney and John is greatly appreciated. 

Thanks,
Mary & Mike

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  • Anonymous
    • $20
    • 4 yrs
  • Darlene Boike
    • $25
    • 5 yrs
  • Anonymous
    • $25
    • 5 yrs
  • Scott Urdahl
    • $100
    • 5 yrs
  • Ashley C
    • $50
    • 5 yrs
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Mary Petsche
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Glenwood, MN
Whitney Gulden
Beneficiary

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