2. Born in Decatur, Indiana on March 18, 1966 Graduated from Bellmont High School in 1985 Was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis in High School. Biography Kenny Reinking
3. Received a Colostomy Bag at the age of 17. Was diagnosed in March of 2010 with Colorectal Cancer. Died as a result of Colorectal Cancer on February 4, 2011. Biography Cont.
4. He wanted to beat his cancer. He also wanted to help others who had the same diseases as him to be able to talk about the disease and to get help. Kenny’s Goals
5. Ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes chronic inflammation of the digestive tract, is characterized by abdominal pain and diarrhea. Like Crohn's disease, another common IBD, ulcerative colitis can be debilitating and sometimes can lead to life-threatening complications. There's no known cure for ulcerative colitis. Ulcerative Colitis Source: www.mayoclinc.com
6. NorthEast Indiana GTO’s will fulfill his dream to help others who have these diseases at the “Drive to Thrive” Car Show by holding the car show in his memory and to tell his story to the public. Contribution to Society Source: www.neigto.com/drivetothrive.html
7. “GOD got a wonderful angel. Kenny was the kindest most caring person there could ever been. He never judged anyone for anything; Kenny would have gave you his shirt off his back. Kenny was a great friend; once you had him for a friend you had a friend for life. The gates of heaven opened up and one great angel entered.” Anonymous Remembering Kenny
