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Your donations will help bring the joy and happiness of the zoo to children in many ways while honoring William.

Our son, William David Romans, loved the zoo. He went to the Minnesota Zoo on several occasions and each time he would laugh, giggle, smile and point at the animals. He loved the monkeys, giraffes and bears. William passed away of an unexpected illness on October 13th, 2009 at the age of 9 months and 24 days. In his memory we have established a memorial with the Minnesota Zoo. With that memorial we hope to bring the joys of the zoo to as many children as possible. Our goal is to give continuing support and funds that will provide access to children who may not be able to go to the zoo. These funds will help provide transportation and admission costs for children with needs. There is also the opportunity for us to bring the zoo to children through a special zoo program that brings animals to children in the community including hospitals. In addition these funds will support educational activities at the Minnesota zoo that will help teach children about animals, conservation and the environment. The Minnesota Zoo is an excellent resource in our community that brings happiness to so many children. We ask for your support in helping us with these goals while we honor and remember William's life.

Updates and Donor Comments

  1. Laura E KimballLaura E Kimball 02/10/2012 at 10:01 PM ET
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  2. Christine McKnightChristine McKnight 11/16/2010 at 10:59 PM ET
    Heartfelt condolences on your loss. Thank you for honoring your beautiful little boy through continued support for the Minnesota Zoo!
  3. Susan HaffermanSusan Hafferman 12/18/2009 at 04:41 PM ET
    Thinking of Will and his family on his birthday.
  4. Stephanie CandonStephanie Candon 12/08/2009 at 10:47 AM ET
    Dear Romans family: You are doing a wonderful thing by creating this Memorial fund in honor of your son and by telling your story for all to hear. I am a friend of Heidi Koland and was touched and saddened by your loss.
  5. Kelly KramerKelly Kramer 11/19/2009 at 05:37 PM ET
    Remembering the most beautiful angel in the world!
  6. Hilary BeasonHilary Beason 11/18/2009 at 05:36 PM ET
    David and Jaimi, I only met you guys briefly at ACEP, but it was obvious even in that short time how much you both loved your son and how much joy he brought to your lives. I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
  7. James MoeJames Moe 11/18/2009 at 09:09 AM ET
    Our thoughts and prayers are still with you. God Bless.
  8. Richelle HertzogRichelle Hertzog 11/18/2009 at 07:50 AM ET
    In loving memory of William
  9. Jennifer GednalskeJennifer Gednalske 11/17/2009 at 07:57 PM ET
    David and Jaimi, you are such wonderful parents, people and friends. What a tremendous way to honor your son and to perpetuate that infectious, gorgeous smile.
  10. Paul TylerPaul Tyler 11/17/2009 at 07:04 PM ET
    David and Jaimi, we are so sad by your loss, Will's smile radiated through the room and made us all feel joyful. You are in our prayers. Take care, Paul and Carissa.
  11. Michael LeeMichael Lee 11/17/2009 at 06:31 PM ET
    We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Mike and Kristin Lee
  12. Jonathan FisherJonathan Fisher 11/17/2009 at 04:52 PM ET
    We are so sorry for your loss.
  13. j Bj B 11/17/2009 at 02:23 PM ET
    I know he is smiling right now because of this!!! :)
  14. David RomansDavid Romans 11/17/2009 at 09:42 AM ET
    Please support the Minnesota Zoo and help us in honoring and remembering William's life.

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