Muscular Dystrophy

MARSHFIELD, WIS., Sept. 14, 2015 – When Lon Krause of Marshfield, Wisconsin created a GoFundMe online fundraising campaign in May, his co-workers and employer knew they wanted to help.

Krause, 45, was diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy when he was 13 years old. He has recently reached a major turning point in the progression of the disease, including limited ability to stand and the need for a lift device. For several years, Krause has been using a power wheelchair, but it required numerous repairs. In addition to needing a lift device and new wheelchair, Krause’s home and vehicle demanded modifications as well.

The employees of Nelson-Jameson, Inc., where Krause is employed as an Export Coordinator, decided they needed to step up and help one of their own. The “Keep Lon Moving” committee was formed in June and the fundraising started right away. Some of the fund raisers included a basket raffle at the company picnic, weekly break room bake sales,