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To the Many Friends and Family Members of the Tasca’s,
As most of the people reading this may already know, our friend Mike Tasca was diagnosed with a brain tumor about 12 years ago, a high-grade astrocytoma. The prognosis wasn't good. A couple of years....
But in this particular story, there's a variable. There's an anomaly to the statistics.
And his name is Mike Tasca.
Since that time a very long 12 years ago, there's been just a few things Mike has happened to accomplish:
· Helped to build a beautiful family with his wife Agnes, who has the heart of gold, and helped to pave a life for his 2 wonderful kids, Mia and Brooks
· Climbed to the top of Mt. Rainier, the highest mountain in the State of Washington
· Become a top salesperson at one of the most successful technology start-ups in the history of Seattle
· Become an avid addict of physical endurance, including daily visits to his local cross-fit gym
· Strived to become a model for fuel efficiency with his ownership of awkwardly massive trucks (that one's a joke - but not really...;)
In early 2016 the tumor had advanced and by the end of the year had transformed into a stage 4 terminal Glioblastoma. (Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM ), to be specific) Since that time, it's been a roller-coaster of highs and lows for Mike, for his friends, and especially for his family. The one take-away most of us close friends and family share is our awe of Mike's undaunted strength and relentless fight through this time. The guy is a Clydesdale -there is no other person on earth who could have fought this thing harder. It's been both admirable and heartbreaking to watch...
Two of the things that weighed heaviest on Mike throughout this time was the legacy he’d leave behind to his kids, and what he would be able to do to care for his family after he was gone.
Many of the people reading this will undoubtedly be involved in the legacy part. We'll ensure that his kids be exposed to all of the things that made their dad smile, we'll ensure they know the man their father was, how much he cared for them, and they'll know the tremendous amount of love he had for both of them.
As it pertains to the concern about taking care of his family, well, that's what this is about. This is a call-out for any and all people who ever knew Mike and Agnes, who were friends to them, family to them, who worked with them or may have met them through other mutual friends. This is our chance to make a splash. This is our chance to support Mike's wishes and show this family the support group that they have.
Mike passed away Wednesday, May 23rd at 12:12am at his home. He was surrounded by his family and loved ones. His passing was peaceful and without pain.
Even though the family has insurance, the out of pocket expenses are piling up and staggering. As friends to the family, we feel the least we can do in this situation is to help take some of this off of their plate ,and see to it that they receive the utmost support. All of the money raised from this campaign will go towards the family’s everyday costs associated with Mike’s illness.
This is your chance to help.
Let's show this family some love.
Regards,
Scott, Brent, and Reilly
If you prefer to reach out, personal contact for Agnes and family is below:
Agnes Tasca
24203 SE 14th CT
Sammamish, WA 98075
Cell: [phone redacted]
Thank you! To learn more about Glioblastomas click below:
http://www.abta.org/brain-tumor-information/types-of-tumors/glioblastoma.html
As most of the people reading this may already know, our friend Mike Tasca was diagnosed with a brain tumor about 12 years ago, a high-grade astrocytoma. The prognosis wasn't good. A couple of years....
But in this particular story, there's a variable. There's an anomaly to the statistics.
And his name is Mike Tasca.
Since that time a very long 12 years ago, there's been just a few things Mike has happened to accomplish:
· Helped to build a beautiful family with his wife Agnes, who has the heart of gold, and helped to pave a life for his 2 wonderful kids, Mia and Brooks
· Climbed to the top of Mt. Rainier, the highest mountain in the State of Washington
· Become a top salesperson at one of the most successful technology start-ups in the history of Seattle
· Become an avid addict of physical endurance, including daily visits to his local cross-fit gym
· Strived to become a model for fuel efficiency with his ownership of awkwardly massive trucks (that one's a joke - but not really...;)
In early 2016 the tumor had advanced and by the end of the year had transformed into a stage 4 terminal Glioblastoma. (Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM ), to be specific) Since that time, it's been a roller-coaster of highs and lows for Mike, for his friends, and especially for his family. The one take-away most of us close friends and family share is our awe of Mike's undaunted strength and relentless fight through this time. The guy is a Clydesdale -there is no other person on earth who could have fought this thing harder. It's been both admirable and heartbreaking to watch...
Two of the things that weighed heaviest on Mike throughout this time was the legacy he’d leave behind to his kids, and what he would be able to do to care for his family after he was gone.
Many of the people reading this will undoubtedly be involved in the legacy part. We'll ensure that his kids be exposed to all of the things that made their dad smile, we'll ensure they know the man their father was, how much he cared for them, and they'll know the tremendous amount of love he had for both of them.
As it pertains to the concern about taking care of his family, well, that's what this is about. This is a call-out for any and all people who ever knew Mike and Agnes, who were friends to them, family to them, who worked with them or may have met them through other mutual friends. This is our chance to make a splash. This is our chance to support Mike's wishes and show this family the support group that they have.
Mike passed away Wednesday, May 23rd at 12:12am at his home. He was surrounded by his family and loved ones. His passing was peaceful and without pain.
Even though the family has insurance, the out of pocket expenses are piling up and staggering. As friends to the family, we feel the least we can do in this situation is to help take some of this off of their plate ,and see to it that they receive the utmost support. All of the money raised from this campaign will go towards the family’s everyday costs associated with Mike’s illness.
This is your chance to help.
Let's show this family some love.
Regards,
Scott, Brent, and Reilly
If you prefer to reach out, personal contact for Agnes and family is below:
Agnes Tasca
24203 SE 14th CT
Sammamish, WA 98075
Cell: [phone redacted]
Thank you! To learn more about Glioblastomas click below:
http://www.abta.org/brain-tumor-information/types-of-tumors/glioblastoma.html
Organizer and beneficiary
Reilly Devine
Organizer
Bothell, WA
Agnes Tasca
Beneficiary
