Hello. My name is Jamie Powell, a very long-time friend of Melanie Winchell. It is with the heaviest of hearts to fundraise for such a tragedy that no parent ever wants to face.

Dan and Melanie Winchell lost their 18-year-old son with the brightest of futures to a tragic accident last evening. As many parents are never prepared for this tragic event, the family is in need of funds for their son's funeral and arrangements.

Please find it in your heart to help the most loving family who are absolutely devastated by this unfortunate accident. We are attempting to raise at least $20,000 to help this family cover the costs.

Danny Winchell, 18, graduate of Lake Central High School, leaves behind his parents Dan and Melanie Winchell, Brooke, his older sister, and his best bud Drew, his little brother, along with grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.