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A gift that helps improve the lives of millions of Americans affected by mental illness. We strive to create a better tomorrow—a tomorrow where all people affected by mental illness can experience hope, recovery and wellness in a world free of stigma.
HONORING THE LEGACY OF ED PORTILLO
Excerpt from Letter to Our Community from CEO, Amy Durham: CLICK HERE for full letter
“Our entire staff is devastated by this significant loss.
Ed never complained, a remarkable trait that his immediate team admired and strived to emulate. His unwavering optimism and belief in brighter days ahead were truly inspirational. The word that comes to mind when thinking about Ed is "inspirational." He saw beauty and hope in everything and everyone, and this perspective was a source of constant inspiration for all of us.
Ed's positive outlook and the hope he instilled in others will continue to inspire our community. He will be deeply missed, but his legacy of hope and inspiration will live on in everyone he touched. Let's honor Ed by carrying forward his spirit of hope and optimism.”
In lieu of food and flowers, Ed’s family has requested donations to help with final expenses as well as the college fund for Ed’s two daughters. To donate, visit: GoFundMe in Memory of Ed Portillo
02/27/1934 - 03/24/2022
Dr. Gunnar Christiansen. Dr. Christiansen and his wife, Susan, together with mental health advocates in the faith community, founded FaithNet 30 years ago with in Orange County, California.
Dr. Christiansen, a retired ophthalmologist, veteran and father of a son diagnosed with schizophrenia, has devoted a significant part of his life during the past twenty years advocating for an improved world for those suffering with mental illness.
To learn more about his work, please visit this link. And if you're so inclined, in lieu of flowers, when you visit the link you might consider donating to the NAMI FaithNet Founder's Award created to honor Gunnar.
5/2/86 - 7/9/22
Brandon was a beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, grandson and father.
He was loving, kind, social, outgoing, funny, gregarious, loyal, hard working and a peacemaker. He loved skateboarding, dancing, music, movies, spending time with family, and making us laugh.
We think about you always, we talk about you still, you have never been forgotten, and you never will. You are greatly loved and missed.
Until we see you again 💚💚💚
September 21, 1956 – February 19, 2021
Rozanne Englehart, 64, passed away in Brea, California on February 19, 2021. She is warmly held in the hearts of her friends, family, and everyone who knew her.
Rozanne will be remembered for her consistently positive attitude and huge generosity.
She had an extraordinary ability to recognize talent in others and build them up so they could achieve more than they imagined possible for themselves. She had a passion for the arts, golf, and classic rock.
In lieu of flowers, if you would like to make a donation in honor of Rozanne, please follow the link below:
As many of you may have heard by now, our 28 year old son, Joshua Michael Bouma, went missing freediving for lobster with his best bud, Daniel Burke, Saturday, February 13th, around 9:45 pm at El Morro State Park. Josh was a very experienced freediver, surfer, and waterman, and must have dove the same spot a hundred times before.
Josh passed diving and doing what he loved, and was found by his surfing brothers. Although this doesn’t make the loss of Josh any less tragic, what we take most comfort in is that these past several months we were all back together as a family, and Josh reconnected with old friends.
He loved everyone, and knew he was loved by all of his family and friends, and for this we truly believe he is now at peace.
A Message from Mike, Christine, Corrin, and Evan Bouma, Huntington Beach, CA