Celebrate Lucy's Life: Help Fund Her Memorial

Hello, my name is Mark, son of Lucy and Wilson.

I am constantly learning in this journey called LIFE. And what I have always known but confirmed recently is... you cannot prepare for the death of your parents no matter how hard you try or think you can.

Mom passed a few days ago, on the 4th of November to be exact. The nice people at Trustbridge Hospice called me and told me she passed at around 12:30 midday. The sad thing is that two of her nieces flew down from Louisiana to spend some time with her because they knew she was getting old and was not in the greatest of health. That's the kind of amazing people they are. They arrived at 6:40 pm, a few hours too late. Nevertheless, I took them to say goodbye. You may think it's no big deal, all families do that. Well, unfortunately, not all families are that loving and caring. We can all hope that's it.

Years ago, I made a promise to both my parents I would NEVER put them in a nursing home as long as I'm alive and can help it, and thank GOD I was able to keep that promise with mom. She passed at 93 and I would say lived a great, happy life. Despite having dementia, which takes a huge toll on your mind and body. But between the massive doses of LOVE from me and her husband, she was able to tolerate it.

Mom was a very loving, caring person. She always had a smile and good advice for anyone she met, whether a friend, family, or stranger. Always generous to all, never a mean bone in her body. That's who she was! She touched so many lives in a positive way, something a lot of people never were aware of.

I saw a meme recently that described her. It said... "I am not impressed by money, social status, or job title. I'm impressed by the way someone treats other human beings." She treated everyone with a lot of love and respect, whether it was a CEO or a garbage man. They all got the same treatment. Those are huge shoes to fill. But every day I am trying to follow in her footsteps. Hopefully, I am making a fraction of the impact she has made. So for someone to say... she had no friends, we don't need a service, really shocked and disappointed me. Makes me wonder if they ever knew her at all? I'm sorry, but I totally disagree. This Angel Lucy had more friends than any of us will ever have in our lifetime.

This is why I am making a GoFundMe. I need to celebrate her LIFE and have a service so ALL her friends and family can join me in celebrating who she was. A wonderful, caring, loving human being. Aside from not being able to prepare for your parents' passing, there comes the expense of their final goodbye, and it's not cheap. Mom and dad both wanted to be buried, but funerals cost $12,000+. Sadly, that wish cannot be granted, but we can have a viewing and a service. That's the least we can do for her. Dad is stressed over it, with bills piling up, so am I. We trust in God and know that He's at the wheel and in control and will make things happen. I wish I was in the position in which I didn't have to ask our family and friends for help. It kills me to do so.

Please join me in celebrating her LIFE. If you can donate to help pay for the service, it would be most appreciated, no matter the amount, big or small. If you cannot, that's fine too; your prayers and love are enough.

Thanks for your time, your love, and support at this difficult time. With God's grace, we will get through this. Please pray for dad. I strongly believe he's got a few good years left in him. But I hear heartbreak is difficult, and that can take a huge toll on a spouse. I just have to keep him distracted so he won't feel too sad.

Looking forward to seeing you at the service if you are able to make it. God Bless you and your family. Here's my advice to you. Love your parents and family, time is flying by. You may not get the chance tomorrow so do it today.