In Loving Memory of Carlie - A Legacy for Her Daughter.

Carlie's passing has left a void that words simply cannot express. She was the light in the lives of everyone that knew her - full of love and laughter that touched so many.

Most heartbreakingly, Carlie leaves behind her beautiful daughter, Alayna, who was her entire world. As we all try to process this tragedy, our greatest focus now is ensuring that Alayna is supported, protected, and surrounded by the love Carlie would have wanted for her.

In honor of Carlie's life, we are setting up this GoFundMe to raise funds that will go directly into a trust fund for Alayna. The trust fund will be managed by Joe Cortese, Carlie's husband. Every dollar contributed will be secured for her future - for her education, her well-being, and the opportunity Carlie dreamed of giving her. This trust will be managed with care and transparency and will only be used for Alayna's future as she has to grow up without the guiding hand of her mother.

We know that no amount of money can ever replace the presence and love of a mother. But with your support, we can give Alayna the stability, resources, and future her mom would have worked tirelessly to provide.

From the bottom of our hearts, we want to thank each and every one of you for the outpouring of love, support and kindness following the loss of Carlie. In the darkest of moments, you have brought comfort in ways we never expected and will never forget.

Carlie was so loved and will be missed by so many.

Whether you are able to give financially or simply share this with others, we are deeply grateful. Thank you for helping us honor Carlie's memory in a way that carries her love forward into the life of her daughter.