A family in Jackson County is asking for community support after their six-month-old son, Weston Kyser, was diagnosed with Krabbe Disease — a rare and fatal condition that affects the brain’s nerve coverings.
Weston’s parents, Andrea and Nick Kyser, received the diagnosis earlier this month following emergency testing at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
Until recently, Weston had been developing normally, but his family began noticing stiffness, discomfort, and persistent crying. What was first believed to be reflux was later identified as serious neurological decline. Weston is now being brought home on hospice care so his family can focus on comfort and time together.
The Kysers have spent nearly two weeks in Rochester during testing and treatment, separated from their two young daughters. They are now facing significant financial strain, including medical bills, travel costs, lost income, and expensive medications.
In response, community members have launched a GoFundMe fundraiser to support the family. Donations are also being accepted locally at Riverside Nutrition in downtown Black River Falls, as well as CCU Bank and Black River Country Bank under the name Andrea Kyser.
Supporters say the family has long served the community, and now the community is coming together to support them in return.
Those wishing to help are encouraged to donate, share Weston’s story, or keep the Kyser family in their thoughts during this difficult time.
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