Nikki Chinn's Spooktacular Celebration of Life took place on Friday, November 8, 2024 at the Whetstone Park of Roses. Mal worked incredibly hard to enact Nikki Chinn’s specific instructions. Nikki’s attention to detail was unparalleled, so this was no easy task. Thank you, Mal, for reflecting your love for Nikki in this way.
When facing a terminal medical condition, people react and respond in different ways. For Nikki Chinn, this took the form of dark humor and taking control of the situation. Participants commented that it felt like Nikki was there. They could tell that she wanted them to party in the face of death and to remember her fearless strength.
Participants shared what they love and remember about Nikki - stories about her advocacy and how how their lives intersected with hers. The most painful part was watching a young family member of Nikki’s cry. He is currently in foster care, and she was always his fiercest advocate. She even recorded her voice on a Build-a-Bear so that part of her would be with him.
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