7/30/14 - Despite the support of friends and the community at large, a local business owner has passed away following a stroke earlier this month. Emergency crews responded to the home of Ray Kroske on Saturday, July 12th, and he was hospitalized in an intensive care unit. Kroske is a single father who owned Mill Creek Sport Center in Dexter. His insurance status was unclear, so friends and family began seeking donations to help cover his medical bills. The community rallied around Kroske, raising more than $16,000 in less than a week. However, on July 26th, he passed away at the age of 54. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Borek Jennings Funeral Home, which is holding a farewell event for Kroske tomorrow beginning at 10am. Local entertainment business owner Scottie Alexander says Kroskeâs friends are continuing to raise money to cover his remaining medical bills and final expenses. The online fundraising campaign is now over $20,000. A link to the fundraiser and more information can be found below. (TD)
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