A Final Farewell for a Beautiful Soul

My name is Jasmine (Jaz) , and I’m reaching out on behalf of my family with a heavy heart. We recently lost our beloved brother, Mathias Rasberry, the eldest of five siblings. He is survived by His only Daughter Kelsey his only son Ethan, his first and only grandchild Ka'Dyn our mother, Jackie Mitchell, and our father, Alton Mitchell, along with those of us who cherished him deeply.

Our brother faced ongoing struggles with mental health. Despite his challenges, he had a big heart, big smile, a unique spirit, and a love for life that touched everyone he encountered. His passing has left a deep void in our lives.

Unfortunately, he did not have life insurance, and the financial burden of funeral and memorial arrangements has fallen entirely on our family. We are asking for help to give him the respectful and loving farewell he deserves.

Anything you can contribute, whether it’s a donation or simply sharing this campaign, means more than we can express. We thank you in advance for your kindness, prayers, and support during this incredibly difficult time.

With gratitude,

Jaz and Family

Update:

First, we want to thank everyone who has donated, prayed, or shared kind words over the last day. Your support means the world to our family, and we feel your love deeply.

We want to take a moment to share more about who our brother truly was—beyond the pain, the struggle, and the assumptions that life may have placed on him.

Mathias was a man who smiled big and loved hard. But he also lived a life full of battles that many never saw. As a Black man in America, navigating mental health challenges, addiction, a felony conviction, and generational wounds, he carried more than most can imagine.

He was incarcerated over 15 years ago, and though he served his time, the consequences followed him long after. Finding work, stability, and peace was never easy. But he never stopped trying. He recently completed a Christian-based recovery program, where he fought to rediscover his faith, rebuild his spirit, reclaim a future.

He made mistakes. He struggled. But he also showed resilience, joy, and deep love.

This funeral won’t just be about mourning. It will be about honoring a life that represents so many others—people fighting silent battles, carrying shame, and trying to find light in a system that often turns its back on them. His story will be a testimony. His name will not be forgotten.

If you feel moved to support—whether financially, spiritually, or by simply sharing—please know that you are helping us build something beautiful in his memory. Not just a service, but a testimony & a legacy.

With love,

The Family of Mathias Rasberry