Meet our Board of Directors
Chairman: Shelbi Neidler
Secretary: Stephanie Neidler
Treasurer: Randy Neidler
Board Member: Alivia Strunk
Board Member: Beth Mathews
Board Member: Matt Chill
Board Member: Riley Prosser
Shelbi Neidler
Relationship: Regan’s Sister
What is your earliest memory of Regan?: “Probably the poptart that Regan ate at our babysitter’s house that contained peanut oil and he blew up like a balloon. I just remember mass chaos while everyone freaked out running around the house.”
How did Regan impact your life?: “We lived in the same house for 16 years - the majority of both of our lives. Regan impacted my daily life. I was taught maturity and responsibility at a very young age. Growing up, most of what I did was either with Regan or for Regan.”
Describe Regan in one word?: “Clutch. Every time I needed Regan, whether it be to help me move something, or my tires were shaking, or I just needed to talk to someone, he was always there. No matter what. No questions asked.”
Nickname you had for Regan? Nickname he had for you?: “My dad swears Regan nicknamed me “E-HEES”; a nickname my dad still calls me. But Regan actually called me “sissy” quite often. I called Regan “Ree” or “Reegy”.”
Stephanie Neidler
Relationship: Regan’s Mother
What do you think Regan valued most in life?: “His parents and sister, Grandma, Grandpa, and friends.”
A time you remember Regan being most joyful?: “His early 20’s when he was working at HPC (with Matt) and then went to Mark’s. He could play in the dirt and get paid. He would come home just so happy to be doing what he loved.”
If you could have said one last thing to Regan, what would it have been?: “I said “I love you”, but I think I would have asked if he was truly happy or what I could do to help with his happiness.”
Describe one of Regan’s character traits?: “Loyal. If Regan loved you, you knew it. He was loyal to you and would do anything for you.”
Randy Neidler
Relationship: Regan’s Father
A time you were most proud of Regan?: “Home run derby in Clyde.”
Fond memories of Regan as a young child?: “Tubing on the boat, the first fish he ever caught, watching him play baseball, traveling to Valparaiso together.”
If you could spend one more day with Regan, what would you two do?: “Go fishing together all day, or go to a ball game.”
Name something Regan taught you?: “Never take anything for granted.”
Alivia Strunk
Relationship: Regan’s Friend
How/when did you meet?: “July of 2016. I just started talking to Matt and Regan was having a house party while his parents were out of town. Regan quickly became a close friend and constant part of our relationship.”
Your favorite thing about your friendship with Regan?: “How much he made me laugh. How good of a friend he was to Matt and his constant love he showed him.”
Your favorite memory of Regan?: “That’s a tough one. Regan was always known as a fighter. It didn’t take much to set him off, but one night at Excuses he was different. A couple of our friends were getting heated with another group of guys and Regan was the one who broke it up.”
What do you miss most about Regan?: “His friendship. We could always count on him to be there for the big moments or for nothing at all.”
Beth Mathews
Relationship: Regan’s Maternal Aunt
Your favorite memory of Regan as a child? As an adult?: “I do not have a "favorite" memory of Regan...I think after you lose someone like Regan, every single memory is a "favorite". Regan was special. I remember the day he was born, just like it was yesterday. He was so darn cute as a little boy and that mischievous smile!!!! It melted my heart more times than I could ever count! I remember when Regan wanted to learn how to play guitar. I gave him my old guitar and bought him a book about learning to play. He still makes me smile!”
Describe Regan’s laugh: “Regan's laugh! Another memory to cherish! I would give anything to hear it one more time.”
A story Regan shared with you that you’ll never forget: “I loved to hear Regan talk about his trip with the Ohio Relief Haulers. The way his face lit up when he talked about how much that trip meant, and how much he loved helping those people. He had a heart of GOLD!”
Was there a piece of clothing or something else that Regan wore that you found characteristic of him?: “I will never see a florescent construction shirt without thinking of Regan! He was a hard worker. My Dad always told me, "you work hard, you play hard", I think Regan lived this fully.”
Matt Chill
Relationship: Regan’s Best Friend
How/when did you meet?: “We met around 16 years old mainly because of mutual friends, then as life went on we grew closer and closer whether being at parties/events together or just causing trouble. It was never a dull moment.”
Your favorite thing about your friendship with Regan?: “Any time/any day this guy was ready to have a good time. No matter the occasion whatever I needed or whatever he needed, we were there.”
Your favorite memory of Regan?: “One night at a company Christmas party, we engaged in a laser tag game and Regan came out missing a tooth.”
What do you miss most about Regan?: “The fact that no matter the situation, he could shine light on a dull situation.”
Riley Prosser
Relationship: Regan’s Friend
How/when did you meet?: “I met Regan at Jeremy’s house on Patten Tract. When he introduced himself to me, he called himself “Chip”.”
Your favorite thing about your friendship with Regan?: “Both being wild and reckless.”
Your favorite memory of Regan?: “Wrecking my sled on Thursday, going out Friday with a friend’s sled and having Regan pull that sled out of a ditch with me.”
What do you miss most about Regan?: “Regan lying about my age so we can get drinks at bars. No matter how hard the situations he has going on, he always found a way to laugh or make jokes of the situation.”
What would you tell a friend or loved one having thoughts of self-harm or suicide?
Shelbi: “Comfort them. Assure them that their life is worth living and that you will help them get the help they need. If the threat is immediate, call 911.”
Stephanie: “Please, please talk to someone. It doesn’t have to be a therapist. Give them comfort and love.”
Randy: “There is help. You’re not alone. People will help you.”
Alivia: “Life is beautiful and it’s painful, but pain never lasted forever. Lean on those who love you and know rock bottom doesn’t exist. Mistakes make you who you are.”
Beth: “Please, please, please, talk to someone, ask someone for help. Never be embarrassed, everyone has struggles.”
Matt: “Get help.”
Riley: “I would say what God has planned for you isn’t what you might think is always best for you. I would rather have a serious/uncomfortable conversation with them at anytime or any day than not being able to have any conversations with them at all.”
What piece of advice would you give to someone whose friend or loved one has expressed thoughts of self-harm or suicide?
Shelbi: “If you don’t know what to say or how to help, call 911. You can never be too safe. It is literally someone’s life on the line.”
Stephanie: “Help them. Talk to them. Don’t ignore any signs. Go with them to seek help.”
Randy: “Act on it. Let their loved ones know.”
Alivia: “Don’t be afraid to tell their loved ones. Even if it makes your friend or loved one upset with you. If it is going to save their life, you do whatever you have to do.”
Matt: “Don’t take it lightly, you can never be too precautious.”
Riley: “I would tell them to check-in often on that person, tell the family or loved ones, and to make sure that person knows their life is important and their presence is felt.”