Give Dawn Picken a Hand
Widowed ten years ago with two small children, Dawn Picken died on 26 December, 2022.
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* UPDATE: Dawn died on 26 December 2022. Because of her pre-existing condition she had been unable to get life insurance. We are now wanting these contributions to support her 17 and 18 year old with their educations and help them land on their feet. We can't bring their parents back but your donation will allow them to feel held and cared for. Dawn deeply appreciated your generosity.
In 2010 Dawn Picken, news reporter, writer, educator, became a young widow with two small children. In November, 2022 she released her memoir sharing that journey as her hereditary liver disease took a catastrophic turn. You can follow the link to her Caring Bridge page where you will find updates. The initial diary entry links to Dawn’s own writing explaining her illness.
Please help us support her and her children.
Becky Aud-Jennison's involvement (page creator)
Close friend, current caretaker/companion, executor
Use of funds
Immediate needs for Dawn’s health, a celebration of life/funeral and any excess will be given to her eldest child, Fiona to assist her and Finley moving forward.
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Wrap up … 26 October 2023
Hello everyone.
I just received a notice from give a little saying that the account will be closed soon. Before that happens I want to say to everyone how lovely your support and generous donations for Finley and Fi have been. Forgive us for not being able to thank you each individually. We do appreciate you from the bottom of our hearts.
Interestingly, I had just said to my husband this morning that we are right at a year from the time I went to stay with Dawn after her first hospitalization— a previously scheduled visit. It’s mind-blowing how fast time goes AND how long it seems we’ve had to exist with our dear Dawn’s feet not on longer on the planet. Like many of you, I’m sure, I can’t count the number of times I’ve reached to call her.
Fi is doing amazing with her radiology tech studies and Finley has begun his uni studies. Although their lives have restructured and there is a gaping space left, I’m amazed at their resilience and fortitude.
Again, deep deep gratitude to you all.
Much love,
Becky
(photo from said visit, you know Dawn—queen of the selfie)
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