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BriAnna Kruzel passed away unexpectedly at the age of 18. Throughout BriAnna's life she was very active and passionate about Girl Scouts. Her greatest love was working with Big Brothers Big Sisters. In 2013 she was nominated and won High School Big Sister of the Year, something she was very proud of. BriAnna also received the Youth Appreciation Award through the St. Cloud Optimist Club for her hard work with Big Brothers Big Sisters. BriAnna gave much of her time volunteering and was very involved with the Sartell Community Ed Dance program. In her free time, she enjoyed scrapbooking, crafting and being around animals. She was a very happy person with an infectious smile that would light up a room. In an attempt to honor her legacy of giving back her family decided to continue giving back to the community that she loved. Her family and friends established a non-profit called What Would Bri Do. Inc. WWBD helps individuals cope with loss, supports their healing, nurtures their physical and emotional well-being and brings hope for the future - No one should grieve alone. We are committed to building a place in central MN for those who are grieving.
We will be hosting An Evening of Hope Fundraiser, which includes a meal, silent auction, live music, games of chance and cash raffle. Funds raised will help with building a grief lodge (Bri's Lodge) in central Minnesota that will provide a peaceful escape for families to getaway while spending time with others who understand the grief journey they are going through. The lodge will offer seminars, retreats, discussions led by a licensed social worker, meditation, massage, healing crafts, complimentary meals, outdoor activities and so much more.
