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Donald Baylor funeral cost

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On the morning of October 11th, the world lost a beautiful soul. Donald Baylor entered heaven this morning. I have known DJ and the family for many years, and the joy they bring to everyone is amazing. Anyone who was ever around DJ knows how truly amazing he was, even while putting on the tough guy persona. There aren’t many people left in the world that would help a stranger, but DJ was one of them; he also made sure to raise his children to be the same. In the 49 years that DJ was on this earth, he made sure to make his mark so that when he left, he would never be forgotten. He was an amazing father, as you can tell by the boys he raised. The Baylor family has always been close to me, each one of them. Each one of them with different lifestyles, and personalities but yet all have the same love for the people around them. A family that would stop what they’re doing to help someone, a family that gives even if they were in need, all the special things they have done for other families and friends, but you know that already. In the many years I have known them, one thing I can say is that they have never asked for help. Only offered it to others. DJ has been battling with illness for a few years now. For the past few weeks as he started to decline his family made sure to stay by his side. Never leaving him alone. The rock of the Baylor family, the provider, the woman who holds it all together has had to take a leave from work to care for DJ. Unfortunately, DJ did not have life insurance. All of the financial aspects will be put on her. I know that none of the family would ever ask for help, even when its needed. I have decided that I would ask for help for them. I know the heartbreak they are feeling right now and if I can do anything then maybe it will be to take away the burden of wondering how things will be paid for. They have always been a big part of this community and I hope that this GoFundMe will show them that we all are thankful for everything they do. I will have this GoFundMe set up directly to the one in charge of paying for everything. You can also donate directly to the funeral home. His service will be at Bower's funeral home in Pulaski. I will update with dates and times once they are arranged. I know that times are tough right now for everyone, if you can donate that would be amazing, if not that is ok. DJ’s boys and wife can use just as many prayers. Thanks everyone.




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    Dara Holmes
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    Radford, VA

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