*update* I have been asked by the family to raise the fundraiser amount due to the actual cost of the funeral. The first amount was an approximation based on early web searches.

Hi, my name is Mariella, and Andrea was one of my best friends. I first met her at church when I was very young, when I was about 13 years old or so. I was very shy and needed a friend, and for some reason, she just picked me. She loved life to it's fullest and loved her children more than life itself. She put her heart into everything and anything she did. On the night of July 1st, 2022, Andrea was out walking with her youngest daughter, Bella, after her birthday dinner. Andrea was suddenly hit by a car and managed to push Bella, saving her life. The perpetrator/vehicle fled the scene. Unfortunately, Andrea died of her injuries. Because of the unexpected nature of her death, and with the family financially struggling, I'm asking for assistance in raising funds to help cover the funeral costs. We appreciate anything you can donate, any little bit really counts.