In 2022, my loved ones and I suffered the very untimely death of our family member, Chaz.  A husband, father, son, brother, cousin, friend, Chaz was tragically taken from us at only 36 years old.

It’s estimated that by age 18, one in 11 children will experience the death of a parent or sibling.  The Center for Loss and Bereavement is a resource for these children and for adults that are grieving.  

My family, my children, and I go about our day and many people will not see our grief.  But we miss Chaz every day.  

My kids are very fortunate to have professionals on their side.  They have peers that don’t look at them differently, because they, too, have experienced the death of an immediate family member.  For these reasons, I am thankful that my kids have The Center For Loss And Bereavement in Skippack.  

I am fundraising to assist the bereavement center in providing services to other children and families.  Their school-year-round program, Nello’s Corner, is tuition-free for every child, due to generous donors in our community.  Donations really make a difference and impact local families.  Please consider making a contribution.  

Besides coordinating my own team fundraiser, I will also be participating in the Strides of Hope 5k.  Like last year, I will be running in memory of Chaz.  In life, Chaz really enjoyed fitness.  He loved working out, lifting weights, and looking good doing it!  Our team, Flexin’ for Chaz, is dedicated to him.  Greatly loved, deeply missed, and always in our hearts.