Lynae, and her father, Duane Nasner, spent many hours hiking the great outdoors together (father and daughter)! Duane hailed from a long line of farmers—following a family tradition from his grandfather, father, and onto his daughter. In December 2019, Duane underwent surgery for a hip replacement—and was recovering well. The Peralta Trail was a favorite, and due to the incredible scenery, they had pledged to hike the trail upon his full recovery. Sadly, on February 27, 2020, Duane suffered a stroke and was hospitalized; it was sudden and unexpected! Doctors believed it resulted from a brain bleed that eventually put too much pressure on the skull. After battling in the hospital, Duane suffered a second, fatal stroke that ended his life on March 10, 2020.

On the first anniversary of that terrible day, Lynae, a loving daughter, carried her father's boots to the top of the canyon to fulfill that final hike! Lynae and her mother made the pilgrimage from their home in Montana; however, due to the emotional stresses of returning to Arizona without her husband, she decided to remain in the hotel—waiting for her daughter and the shoes to return.