6/20/14 - The Unadilla Township Fire Department family has come together to help one of its own in a time of need. Unadilla Township Fire Chief Mark Schroederâs wife Suzi was diagnosed with lung and brain cancer last year. After exhausting all treatment options and suffering complications following recent brain surgery, doctors have decreased on Suziâs prognosis in the past few weeks. She is now going to be transferred to a 24-hour care facility in an effort to keep her comfortable during this time. The fire department family and friends have since come together to help with the coupleâs mounting expenses so they can focus on the important things right now. Deputy Unadilla Township Fire Chief Dave Curtis tells WHMI they want to help out in any way possible and support from the community would be appreciated. He says theyâve launched an initial fundraising campaign through social media as well a donation website. All proceeds from the departmentâs annual 4th of July chicken bbq will also be donated. Recognizing the financial obstacles the Schroederâs face are pretty surreal, Curtis tells WHMI theyâve set an initial fundraising goal of $25,000. Those close to the Schroederâs say while the last year has been a stressful and emotional time both have remained strong and never asked for help, only well wishes and prayers. A link to the fundraising page is posted below. (JM)
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