Lifestyle/Community
Two young lives commemorated in a fun way
Four years ago, at age 13, Dean Walt died tragically in a car accident. Ten months ago, his only sibling, Dylan, took his life at age 19, leaving his parents, Ivan and Belinda, family, friends and the community that they were so much a part of, once again devastated.
SHEREEN MILLER
Ivan and Belinda have held fundraisers since 2012 for various organisations and recently held a fundraiser in honour of Dylan. Funds went to Yad Aharon and Michael and the Medical Rescue Unit in Pretoria.
It was a very powerful and emotional day which brought hundreds of teenagers and adults together for fun-filled action soccer, followed by a prize-giving.
Over R70 000 was raised between the two charities that day.
“The Walty Brothers Fun Day” will again be held next year.
Ivan Walt thanked everyone for “the continued support, love and kindness.”
nat cheiman
November 19, 2015 at 2:52 pm
‘This is a truly heartbreaking story. I wish the Walt family Long Life.’
Hilary and Andy Arenstein
November 16, 2016 at 4:40 am
‘Our dear friends Belinda and Ivan , I just learned of this tragic news now! We are heartbroken and devastated for your loss. We will contact you this weekend. Hope your numbers are the same. ????????????????
Our prayers are with you . Sending you love and wishing you long lives. ‘
shayne
November 26, 2016 at 12:42 pm
‘I was very interested to know because I got the Dean walt award for most enthusiastic pupil
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