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Wonder Lake Rallies for Family After Deadly Explosion
21 Jun
Summary
- A fundraiser was held to aid a family after a deadly house explosion.
- Sandra Patnaude, 59, died in the May 17 explosion; her husband and son were injured.
- Community members organized events like a car show and puppy adoptions.
Wonder Lake residents recently came together to support the Patnaude family, still recovering from a devastating house explosion on May 17. The explosion claimed the life of 59-year-old Sandra Patnaude and seriously injured her husband, Dean, and son, Andrew. Dean and Andrew Patnaude are currently staying with relatives in Wisconsin.
A community fundraiser was organized to assist the family in rebuilding their lives. The event featured various attractions, including food trucks, puppy adoptions, and a car show burnout competition. Organizers highlighted the strong community spirit, emphasizing Wonder Lake's nature to rally around its members in times of need. Family friends described the Patnaudes as wonderful people who have been long-time residents of the community.
