The Gazette says Schnakenberg and his wife, Natalie, started Team Schnak Strong in 2013 following his niece’s Type 1 diabetes diagnosis. Since then, the organization has focused on raising awareness and providing support for patients and families.
According to the article, funds raised by Team Schnak Strong have helped pay for medical equipment, funded trips to camps, and assisted with ongoing medical care expenses.
The Gazette also reports that tributes from members of the Type 1 diabetes community appeared on social media on Thursday. Funeral arrangements are pending, and the Gazette said it will provide more information as it becomes available.