Help a Devastated Widow and Son Rebuild After Tragic Loss

Dear friends, family, and kind-hearted strangers,

With heavy hearts, we share the sudden and devastating loss of a beloved husband, father, son, and brother, who passed away on April 28th, 2025, at the age of 55, just 21 days after a shocking diagnosis of Stage 4 metastatic small cell lung cancer.

On April 7th, 2025, this kind and loving man learned of his condition, which had spread extensively throughout his body. For months, he attributed his pain to lifelong scoliosis, unaware that cancer had likely been present for a long time, undiagnosed. By the time the truth was uncovered, the cancer had advanced so far, rendered him too weak for chemotherapy, leaving his family with no time to prepare for this unimaginable loss. His 15-year-old son now faces the painful journey of growing up without his father’s guidance, and his devoted wife is navigating profound grief and uncertainty.

This sudden passing has left the family grappling with immense sorrow and significant financial hardship. As the sole provider, his absence creates an immediate burden, compounded by mounting hospital bills not fully covered by insurance and the lack of life insurance. Cremation will take place as per his wishes, and details for a celebration of his life will be shared soon.

The family urgently needs support to cover:

• Funeral and celebration of life expenses

• Outstanding medical bills

• Basic support for the mother and son as they face this new reality

His wife is working to return to full-time employment, but the weight of managing household finances alone is daunting, with the risk of accumulating debt. Your generosity can help lift some of this burden, allowing them to grieve and heal without the immediate fear of financial strain.

No donation is too small—every dollar makes a difference. If you’re unable to give, please consider sharing this page to spread the word.

Thank you for your love, kindness, and support during this heartbreaking time.

With gratitude,

Brenda Brunette

(on behalf of a grieving family in need)