The Chief Rabban of Osman Shriners, a chapter of Shriners international based in Eagan, MN, Ryan Colligan has died following a gruesome accident.
Colligan, of Rochester, died over the weekend during the Midwest Shrine Association parade.
He leaves behind his wife, Audrey, and their family.
In wake of Ryan’s death, a GoFundMe fundraiser has been started by his brothers Bradley Bennett, of Stewartville and Jeff Knorr to raise money to support Audrey Colligan and her family.
The fundraiser reads… “Audrey Colligan now faces the overwhelming burden of not only coping with the loss of her soulmate but also managing the financial challenges that come with it.
“As a dual-income household, Ryan’s sudden passing has left a significant gap in the family’s finances. They need assistance to cover the costs of funeral arrangements, outstanding medical bills, and the day-to-day expenses essential for their continued well-being,”
It concludes: “This GoFundMe campaign has been set up to rally support for Audrey and her family during this incredibly difficult time,”
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The fundraiser is seeking an incredible $250,000 – with close to $20,000 already raised.
Ryan Colligan was a senior member of the Masonic Lodge fraternity the Osman Shriners, a chapter of Shriners International.
The Shriners define themselves as a brotherhood formed on the ‘Masonic principles of brotherly love, relief, and truth,
The Osman Shriners throw regular parades throughout Minnesota with clubs located in St. Paul, Winona, Mankato, Rochester, St. Cloud, Alexandria, Austin, and more.
Aside their regular fun loving activities, the group engages in serial philanthropy and since 1922 has been operating the Shriners Hospitals for Children.
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