Chris & Owen Kedas Memorial Foundation

Chris & Owen Kedas Memorial Foundation Giving back to the Huron community, who gave so much to the Kedas' when unimaginable tragedy struck. Chris, age 45, was a loving husband and father. High.

His family meant everything to him. He was a provider. Chris was a graduate of Lakewood High School and The Ohio State University's Agricultural Technical Institute in Wooster, Ohio. He was an invaluable and loved employee with South Shore Marine in Huron. Many of his customers became his friends and his wishes were for them to build memories with loved ones on the water, just as he had done. It w

as never just a “boat sale” to Chris. He attended the Chapel and was a member of the Erie County Conservation League. He loved boating, fishing, travelling to Florida and Alaska. His greatest joy was watching his sons grow up and being active in all that they enjoyed doing. Owen, age 11, was a beloved student at Huron's McCormick Jr. He was proudly elected to student government and was showing interest in becoming a fighter pilot or in sports medicine. Owen also attended the Chapel and had a passion for playing baseball, fishing, boating and hugging his mom. He was very artistic, athletic, patriotic, sweet and very funny. Owen was a loving son, brother, friend and teammate. This foundation, set up in their honor, intends to raise funds that will be returned to the schools and community in a multitude of ways like sports scholarships, uniforms, equipment or field maintenance. We are also looking to put forth resources to go to activities and programs to assist those who are grieving the loss of a child or children. The Kedas family have received such incredible support from the Huron community since the loss of Chris and Owen; they simply want to give back in some honorable ways.

06/23/2026

🔊Sound ON

Today is Chris & Owen’s angelversary. Five years. That seems impossible when it feels like it just happened yesterday, doesn’t it?🩵💙

I just wanted to take a second & thank everyone who has supported Chris & Owen’s foundation & the derby; my board members (Keith Sweigert, Julie Lesnett, Valjean Link-Thaxton, & Dan Lindsley) & their families, Steve Carlson, Matt Grieves & his family, our volunteers, our generous sponsors & donors, anybody that has fished in the derby, & the many, many friends that have stuck by me through the good, the bad, & the severely ugly. I could not have done or survived any of this without you all!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart.❤️‍🩹

As the year goes on, I get more & more giddy about Chris & Owen’s memorial fishing derby, so it just seems fitting that on this impossibly hard day, I post my rookie attempt at a “hype” video. I hope you enjoy it. It was fun to make but I definitely have a lot to learn.🤭

Also, we’ve got some things in the works that we’re super excited about. So, continue to follow this page & watch for some upcoming posts detailing what we have in store.🔫😉

Thanks again everybody!!🎣

Remember…this year’s derby is Saturday, September 26th!!🗓️

Never stop saying their names.
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Please keep Ben’s family & friends, & the entire South Shore Marine team in your thoughts & prayers.😔
06/05/2026

Please keep Ben’s family & friends, & the entire South Shore Marine team in your thoughts & prayers.😔

This past Sunday, the Chris & Owen Kedas Memorial Foundation’s sister group, the Wild Hope Social Club, hosted a group o...
05/05/2026

This past Sunday, the Chris & Owen Kedas Memorial Foundation’s sister group, the Wild Hope Social Club, hosted a group of bereaved parents at the Westmeister Farm in Shelby, OH. To say we had fun is an understatement. We had a blast!! We laughed, we learned, & we made new friends (animal & human)!! I adore this group. Spending time with them is like chicken soup for my soul!!

The next scheduled event isn’t until September, but if you or someone you know has lost a child at any age or for any reason, and there’s a need to connect with other parents that can relate, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Contact us through the link below. Child loss is a lonely journey but you need not walk it alone. There is no judgement with this group. Just a lot of grace, care, support, & understanding.

https://www.kedasmemorialfoundation.com/contact

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Forever28⚾️

Here’s your reminder to add Chris & Owen’s derby date to your calendar!!🎣Never stop saying their names.Forever28⚾️
05/01/2026

Here’s your reminder to add Chris & Owen’s derby date to your calendar!!🎣

Never stop saying their names.
Forever28⚾️

They both have helped so many.🩵💙❤️Never stop saying their names.Forever28⚾️
05/01/2026

They both have helped so many.🩵💙❤️

Never stop saying their names.
Forever28⚾️

Our Sensorcon CO detector giveaway is officially over. I’ll be contacting the winners today/tomorrow!!
04/30/2026

Our Sensorcon CO detector giveaway is officially over. I’ll be contacting the winners today/tomorrow!!

🚨Know the signs of carbon monoxide exposure…•headache•weakness•nausea or vomiting•dizziness•shortness of breath or chest...
04/29/2026

🚨Know the signs of carbon monoxide exposure…

•headache
•weakness
•nausea or vomiting
•dizziness
•shortness of breath or chest pain
•confusion
•blurred vision
•sleepiness
•loss of muscle control
•loss of consciousness
•brain damage
•death

🚨Carbon monoxide poisoning is often mistaken for sea sickness or intoxication.

🚨If somebody is exposed to carbon monoxide, it is essential that they get to fresh air immediately & seek medical care!

https://www.kedasmemorialfoundation.com/carbon-monoxide-awareness

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Forever28⚾️

Remember, any gas powered engine produces carbon monoxide & it is colorless & odorless. By paying attention & taking not...
04/28/2026

Remember, any gas powered engine produces carbon monoxide & it is colorless & odorless. By paying attention & taking note of how carbon monoxide can accumulate in & around your boat may just save your life.

Click the link below to enter our Sensorcon carbon monoxide detector giveaway!👇🏻

https://www.kedasmemorialfoundation.com/carbon-monoxide-awareness

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Forever28⚾️

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