Bring Our Family Together for This Memorial

Hello everyone,

I hope this message finds you in good health and high spirits. My name is Angela M. Ragan, and I'm reaching out on behalf of my incredible cousin, Andrea Renee Fant (also known as Vaniyah, Bath-Ammi & Bootsy), who tragically left us too soon. Vaniyah grew up in the community of Evanston in Cincinnati and attended Withrow high school. She was not just a loving mother but a beacon of creativity and care for her eight beautiful children.

Vaniyah's greatest dream was to offer her kids the best opportunities life could provide. She poured her heart and soul into raising them, fostering creativity, and nurturing a loving home. Her children were her world, and she strived every day to give them a future filled with promise and love.

Unfortunately, life took an unexpected turn; after her battle with breast cancer for seven years Vaniyah passed away at the age of 55 in Florida January 13, 2024. The family made the difficult decision to cremate her there due to financial constraints, unable to afford the transportation of her body back to Cincinnati, where her roots and family reside.

Now, we are faced with the challenge of bringing Vaniyah's children together (ages 13-32) to bid their beloved mother a proper farewell during the memorial services in Cincinnati. We are seeking your support through this GoFundMe campaign to raise $20,000.00, which will cover the costs of transporting her children to Cincinnati.

Every contribution, no matter how small, will make a significant impact in uniting Vaniyah's family during this challenging time. Let's come together as a community to honor a life well-lived and support these children in saying their final goodbyes to their extraordinary mother.

Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and any support you can provide. Let's make sure Vaniyah's memory is celebrated with the love and togetherness she wished for her family.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Thank you,

Angela M. Ragan (Cousin of Vaniyah)