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Valdo Perales' Finale Celebration

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Valdo lived his life like his hair was on fire!

On Sunday March 8th, 2020, our dear friend Valdo Perales suffered a cardiac arrest.  He was without pulse and EMS brought him back to life.  He was taken to Emergency at St David's South Medical Center then to ICU.  He was unresponsive throughout the week and finally passed away at 2:17 am on Friday the 13th 2020.  He was an organ donor and so far there has been a potential recipient for his kidneys.  

Those who knew Valdo either as a student, a client, a dancer, an instructor, a colleague, a friend, a housemate and/or a partner, were blessed with his "sassy Gemini wit", boisterous laugh, intelligence, insights, generosity, and love.   He was well known for being "king of the side eye" and high kicks as well as being a reliable source of positive, fun energy.  Valdo had a heart of gold, especially for his partner Rona and housemate Mark. 

He impacted many people at his various places of work including the Austin Community College (over 30 years), Mecca Gym and Spa (over 10 years), and other fitness establishments over the years as well as dance and theater companies and various restaurants and bars throughout Austin. 

Your donation will be used to assist Rona and his family with the memorial expenses. Any extra monies raised will go towards his Rona's  mental health sessions and possible long term therapy! (Those who know Rona will appreciate the humor!)  Seriously, any additional funds will go to the local animal welfare agencies in honor of his massive love and care of animals. 

Our aim is to raise $5000.  Any amount that you donate is extremely appreciated in honoring Valdo's legacy.

Dance partners Valdo Perales and Rona Ebert

Valdo with his Pilates class participants at Mecca Gym and Spa

Winner of Miss Glamorous from The Pageant (2006)

Valdo with his favorite dog Whiskey (April 2008)

Valdo's surprise for his 60th birthday: His friend Dion in from Australia. Organised perfectly by Rona (May 2019)

Larry, nephew Ram, Rona and Valdo

Rona. Valdo and Mark (January 2019)

Valdo at Hyde Park Bar and Grill 

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    Dion Klein
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    Austin, TX
    Rona Ebert
    Beneficiary

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