Father in Chippewa Falls builds small house in memory of his deceased daughter | Positive Chippewa Valley

CHIPPEWA FALLS (WQOW) – A Chippewa Falls father is looking for ways to remember his late daughter and bring much-needed relief to his community.

Brian Kelley said: “It is heartbreaking when you hear that there are homeless children in the community.

Kelley said it’s a reality, so he and his family are doing something to address it, by building a tiny house.

“It will have a bunk bed in the back for up to four people, and we know there will be times when there will be families,” Kelley said. “So we’re happy to be able to help them.”

The donated franchise counter will be repurposed into a small house for Village of Hope in Chippewa Falls, an organization that Kelley has volunteered with for several years now.

“All 10 cottages they have now are already occupied,” says Kelley.

Now, Hope Village is looking to add one more. So Kelley is building one in memory of her young daughter.

“[Jayna] is a bit more of a troublemaker than her older sister. She can definitely push her limits. But really a sweet, kind child. Always happy. Always happy. Always play hard,” he said.

In November 2018, Jayna Kelley was among three female scouts and a mother who were killed when a truck plowed across the street, attacking the group as they scavenged along County Hwy P. Today, Brian is turning carpets. that drama into action Jayna Kelley Memorial Foundation.

“We were able to raise $120,000 last year for various projects,” says Kelley. “We’re building the play, we’re funding the different children’s activities and programs of all the communities. It’s really neat.”

Their latest project, building a shelter.

“It’s great to make something positive happen after everything,” says Kelley.

Bob Kelley, Jayna’s grandfather, said: “We couldn’t be more proud of what Brian and Robin have been able to do and what they have done for the community.

Brian said Jayna would be proud too.

Brian Kelley said: “I think she will be happy. “I thought if she were here, she would help. I know she would. She likes to help me with everything. Kind of my tagalong best friend for a few days. I’m sure she’ll be here to help me in no time. now.”

Brian says the cottage will be ready for use in the fall.

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