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Death of a Brother

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My brother, Steve Renken passed away on 7/20/20 due to unforeseen complications with disease of Huntington's Chorea. I have spent the last 3 weeks taking off many days of work (non-paid) as well as covered as much funeral expenses as I am able.

Stevie is remembered as, "a good man with a big heart." He had a unique quality to brighten the lives of others. He always had a smile on his face, with a twinkle in his eyes. He loved his family, his son, and his friends, so very much and would go out of his way to help others.

Stevie is gloriously free, walking and running with the Lord in Heaven, and fishing with our deceased Mom and Dad. Though he will be greatly missed by myself and countless others, he will rest high on that mountain, for his work on earth is done.  

Stevie has and will always be my Hero.  I miss him terribly!

While I was able to cover the majority of medical expenses throughout the interim of his disease, I am having a difficult time coming up with the funds for unforeseen expenses.  I am raising money to cover the cost of funeral, memorial, and loss of income for myself during his 3 week Hospice stay.  

I want to thank everyone for all the kind words and support they've already shown us throughout Stevie's battle with Huntington's. It means more to me than words can say for the assistance in helping my family grieve.

Any proceeds over and above what is requested will help alleviate the stress of the family as well as be donated to Huntington's Disease Society of America.

"When tomorrow starts without me........"

When tomorrow starts without me, please try to understand.
An Angel came and called my name, and took me by the hand.

The Angel said my place is ready, in Heaven far above.
And that I'd have to leave behind all those I dearly love.

But when I walked through Heaven's Gates, I felt so much at home.
For God looked down, smiled at me, and told me "WELCOME HOME!"

So when tomorrow starts without me, don't think we're far apart.
For every time you think of me, I'm always in your heart.
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Donations 

  • Tarra and Chad Dotzauer
    • $25
    • 4 yrs
  • Craig Pritzkau
    • $250
    • 5 yrs
  • Michelle Frantz
    • $50
    • 5 yrs
  • Lucas Graafstra
    • $100
    • 5 yrs
  • Mark Albertine
    • $25
    • 5 yrs
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Organizer

Shelly Renken-Kessler
Organizer
Davenport, WA

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