Thanks for taking the time to check out my page in honor of my identical twin brother Hank Deutschendorf, who died by suicide June 14, 2017. Hank had been fighting a nine year battle with schizoaffective disorder, a mental illness most people didn't even know he had.

Some knew Hank as baby Oscar from Ghostbusters 2, others as the nephew of singer John Denver, or as their martial arts teacher, or friend. I just knew him as a guy I could rely on even though he was dealing with inner demons every day.

Despite it being 7 years I still feel Hank's loss. I feel it when my kids ask about him, I feel it when I accomplish something new, or fail at something I was chasing. I feel it when I walk into the store, or even when I look in the mirror.

I've since become a facilitator to help others who have lost some one to suicide. I believe in healing by helping others, and although I can't help Hank anymore, I want to be able to turn the pain of his loss into something better. I want the poison he inadvertently gave to me to become someone else’s medicine.

The Walk in Remembrance with Hope provides support for those left behind after suicide and raises awareness about the impact and prevention of suicide. San Diego isn’t a cheap place to run a non profit, and although everything has increased in the last few years our annual donations have not.

I appreciate any support you can contribute to my fundraising efforts. Sharing the page, leave a buck, or join me especially if you have been impacted by suicide.

Best - Will