The grief-stricken family of an Australian man who died trekking Mount Everest have paid tribute. 7NEWS
“It is with absolute broken hearts that our dearly beloved brother, son, cousin, friend passed away Friday 19th climbing Mt Everest,” the post said.“He would put his mind to something, set a goal and achieve it,” his family said.
“Whether that be playing footy as a kid, winning motocross races, working around the world in the mining industry and in high-risk environments.“He wanted to raise awareness and money for Spinal Cord Injuries Australia, wanting to help others who had similar struggles to himself. “We are so proud of his achievements and we take great solace in knowing he made it to the summit. The highest place on this earth.”“He was amazing ... an amazing son, an amazing brother and uncle,” she told reporters on Monday afternoon.The Kennison family said Jason had made it to the top of the mountain and was in high spirits.“He was proud of himself, however, during the descent, he suddenly fell ill and that’s when he passed away.
“We would like to send our greatest love and thanks to Nepal where he had Sherpas go above and beyond to help try to bring him home,” they said“His family are heartbroken and he will be forever missed.”In lieu of flowers, his family asked others to support Kennison’s fundraising page.Kennison, was climbing to raise money for Spinal Cord Injuries Australia .
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