Robert Tupa Support
Monthly Goal:
USD $40,000
Total Raised:
USD $32,940
Raised this month:
USD $0
Campaign funds will be received by Robert Tupa
Robert Tupa Support
We are starting this campaign to help support Robert and his family as he begins his long road to recovery. As you can imagine, this news has brought many challenges - mentally, emotionally, and especially financially. Due to his condition, Robert is unable to work during his treatments, and his loving wife, Dr. Carrie Clark, has also taken a step back from her work in clinic to care for him as he recovers. The costs of medical care, combined with everyday living expenses, are overwhelming, and they need our help now more than ever.
Robert’s Story
The summer of 2024 ended as normal, enjoying the days with Carrie on their boat on Lake Minnetonka, Anna getting ready to leave for her junior year at Nebraska, and Greta about to begin her senior year at Holy Family. However, as the end of summer approached, Carrie and the girls noticed that some things seemed different for Robert.
In August, Robert started to experience some mild symptoms that were consistent with past episodes of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). RA is an Autoimmune disease that occurs when the body’s immune system attacks its own tissue and joints. Symptoms were affecting how he walked and functioned daily. Testing was performed in August to further assess his possible RA flare-up; however, all tests came back negative.
By September, Robert was having enough difficulty with daily activities that he stayed home from work. As September became October, Robert was having more difficulty with his usual tasks including driving, walking and his tinkering around the house. He began some therapy with a neurologist and showed some small signs of improvement. Although he was making progress, Robert was scheduled for an MRI.
On October 24th he had an MRI that revealed a 6 cm tumor in the frontal lobe and 2 more tumors in the back part of the brain. He was immediately admitted to United Hospital Neurology ICU.
Robert is scheduled to have the 6 cm tumor removed on Monday, October 28.
Carrie, Anna and Greta appreciate all the messages of love and support that everyone has sent over the past few days. They want to THANK YOU.
Recent Donations
Carrie and family. Thinking of you in this difficult time.
Carrie, Anna, and Greta, Our hearts go out to your family during this incredibly difficult time. Gillian and Nathan
Rob was such an amazingly kind and genuine person to all of us. I'm so sorry. With love, Chris and Melissa.
Dear Carrie, Anna, and Greta, We are so sorry to hear of Rob’s passing. All of you are in our prayers and in our hearts. Martha, Paul, and Luna
Thinking of you all. The power of Love is Infinite. Sending love your way. We are so sorry for your deep loss.
Dr. Clark -- Sending immense love and support to you and your daughters.
Praying for your family.
Carrie, we are keeping you and the girls in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
Sending our love and prayers
So sorry for your loss. Praying and hugs to you and the girls.
Sending hugs and support from the Zs.
May God surround you all now and in the days to come
My deepest condolences.
Carrie keeping you and your family in our prayers.
Praying for comfort for all! Robert has wonderful family and friends.
Praying for you and the girls!
Keeping you Anna and Greta close to our hearts. You remain in ours prayers throughout the day. Sending love and hugs xo Robyn
Deepest sympathies to you all. Mike & Andrea
He was a light and the best of us. Carrie, you've been a warrior and your girls are amazing. We're so sorry for your loss. All our love, JP and Rachel
I am a Mississippi friend of Robert's brother Mike and found this and just wanted to help out. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.
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