
Support for Michael Panenka's Family
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Once again I am reminded of how precious life is and how quickly your world can be turned upside down. On Saturday morning, January 6th, 2024 my beloved step-dad, Michael Panenka suffered massive brain hemorrhaging due to multiple strokes on both sides of his brain, the damage was severe. After 6 days of fighting for his life in the ICU at Maine Med, we are heartbroken to say that Mike is no longer with us on Earth. He was an extremely healthy 54 year old man and the cause of this tragedy will remain unknown. He leaves behind his 20 year old son Miles and his 17 year old daughter Rosie who will graduate from Freeport HS this spring, and his partner of 12 years, my mom, Lesley Tracy. He will be so missed by all of his family and dear friends.
Anyone who was blessed enough to truly know Mike knows that his whole life was about making sure his kids and Lesley were as happy and secure as possible. He was the most kind and generous man and the most devoted father I have ever known. I ask that we help him rest easy knowing that they will not have to struggle financially due to the unexpected loss of their supporter. I am asking for help to pay for any incurred medical expenses during this nightmare of a week. I would also like to celebrate the life of this wonderful man who deserves a great funeral and memorial. So I ask this amazing community for any help they can give. The funds raised will go directly into a trust that will be used by his family for medical expenses and memorial arrangements, and perhaps to help Rosie with college expenses she has coming soon. Any assistance that you can offer would be appreciated more than you'll know. Thank you so much in advance for anything you can afford to donate.
Organizer
Lindsay Tracy
Organizer
Biddeford, ME