It is with much regret and sorrow to inform my friends of the passing of Patricia Steadmon.  Patricia is the mother of my work partner Zach.  Patricia passed after a tragic accident within their home on January 8th.  Many of you may not know, but Patrica, her husband David (Zach's father) and Zach's sister Kira live in Alaska.  Kira is special needs and Patricia was her full time care provider while David works full time as a meat cutter.   Due to Patricia's passing, it is necessary for David and Kira to move to southern Oregon where they have a larger support group with more family and friends.  We all know the great expence that comes with a death in the family, but add in the cost of moving an entire household nearly 2700 miles and that price can add up very quickly.  Zach is hoping to get his father and sister moved soon so any and all donations will help tremendously.  Zach is handling the logistics of the move and will be handling the finances.  Thank you for supporting the Steadmon family in this trying time.