The Wasankari Family
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OFFICIAL FAMILY GOFUNDME ACCOUNT
On December 23, 2020, Erik and Jennifer Wasankari suffered an unimaginable tragedy. Their daughter, Clara, was killed by their son, Reid, as a direct result of his mental illness. Clara and Reid grew up as devoted siblings in a loving family. As young adults, Clara’s empathy and concern for her brother was always present. She was a bright, beautiful and funny young woman who loved deeply. She fiercely loved her mom and dad and was protective of her brother. She loved Luke and she loved her dog, Finn. She loved all of her friends and she loved going to music festivals with them. Her heart was full. Clara had just recently graduated from college and was looking forward to finding her career path. Her whole life was ahead of her.
We are asking the community to help us support Erik and Jen as there will be significant expenses moving forward. Erik and Jen are small business owners, and while they are unable to work, their income will be greatly reduced as well. Contributions will be directly transferred to the personal account of Erik and Jennifer Wasankari and be used for related medical, cremation and funeral expenses, ongoing therapy and support for the family, ongoing living expenses and for any other needs that the family may have as a result of this tragedy. Thank you.
Beneficiaries:
Erik Wasankari
Jennifer Wasankari
Fund Manager:
Elisa Leaf (family friend)
On December 23, 2020, Erik and Jennifer Wasankari suffered an unimaginable tragedy. Their daughter, Clara, was killed by their son, Reid, as a direct result of his mental illness. Clara and Reid grew up as devoted siblings in a loving family. As young adults, Clara’s empathy and concern for her brother was always present. She was a bright, beautiful and funny young woman who loved deeply. She fiercely loved her mom and dad and was protective of her brother. She loved Luke and she loved her dog, Finn. She loved all of her friends and she loved going to music festivals with them. Her heart was full. Clara had just recently graduated from college and was looking forward to finding her career path. Her whole life was ahead of her.
We are asking the community to help us support Erik and Jen as there will be significant expenses moving forward. Erik and Jen are small business owners, and while they are unable to work, their income will be greatly reduced as well. Contributions will be directly transferred to the personal account of Erik and Jennifer Wasankari and be used for related medical, cremation and funeral expenses, ongoing therapy and support for the family, ongoing living expenses and for any other needs that the family may have as a result of this tragedy. Thank you.
Beneficiaries:
Erik Wasankari
Jennifer Wasankari
Fund Manager:
Elisa Leaf (family friend)
Organizer and beneficiary
Elisa Leaf
Organizer
Gig Harbor, WA
Jen Wasankari
Beneficiary