In this episode of Live Memento Mori, hosts Jim and Beth Hood interview Shirley Gambill De Rego, founder of the Alex and Duke De Rego Foundation. Shirley recounts the tragic loss of her sons, Alexander and Duke, and her journey of transforming grief into a mission to promote water safety and ocean awareness among young people in Hawaii. She also shares her personal story of resilience through great loss and cancer, her ministry 'Ho’omau Mana’olana' which inspires women to find hope amidst adversity, and her newly published book 'Continue in Hope'. The episode illustrates how Shirley's advocacy work and educational programs aim to save lives and create a legacy of hope and accident prevention in the community.
00:00 Introduction to Shirley Gambell De Rego
02:22 The Tragic Loss of Alexander
07:27 The Heartbreaking Story of Duke
12:50 Creating a Legacy: The Alex and Duke De Rego Foundation
23:56 Discovering the Tragedy
24:22 Encouraging the Children
25:17 Reflecting on Loss and Hope
27:04 The Ministry of Hope
29:48 Community Support and Personal Strength
37:22 Inspiring the Next Generation
40:52 Foundation Initiatives and Future Plans
49:07 Conclusion and Call to Action