The 46-year-old Pelham, N.Y., native, who served as the inspiration behind the viral Ice Bucket Challenge, died on Nov. 25 according to Time. In his obituary, Senerchia Jr. was remembered as “a fireball” who wasn’t afraid to try new things. “He worked tirelessly to raise awareness for ALS and was directly responsible for the world-renowned Ice Bucket Challenge,” the obituary read. He made our life better.”Senerchia Jr. played a major role in popularizing the Ice Bucket Challenge, which raised about $115 million (U.S.) over the course of two months in 2014. “And it is something we never could have dreamed of.” Senerchia Jr. leaves behind one daughter, 9-year-old Taya.

Source: thestar December 01, 2017 00:56 UTC