Hello Social Media World. I do not post much, and I definitely do not normally do this, but my family needs some help. My father, Bill Partridge, has been working for WTVO Channel 17/FOX Channel 39 for over 40 years. He has been directing, shooting, and editing local commercials for Rockford, Illinois’ news market for most of those years. If you grew up in Rockford, or if you allow yourself to watch the local television commercial breaks today, I guarantee you know my Dad’s voice or recognize a famous Rockford Tagline he's been a part of. So many of the local small businesses in Rockford have worked with my Dad in some way, shape, or form. He has honestly loved doing this job day in and day out. Unfortunately, after over 20 years of making commercials and 40 years of employment, his department is being eliminated. All of this is happening right as he turned 65 on the 27th of February. Now he needs to find a new job at 65, which is already difficult in today's world. I am saying all of this because I really believe there is an alternative route. He is still able to do some freelance work using his talents. The only issue is that camera equipment, lighting equipment, editing software, and all the expenses required to work in the industry cost a lot of money. With that said, I am asking anyone willing to help my Dad out to consider donating a little money to the GoFundMe. I think it would be great to raise some money so he can afford to buy equipment and create some more local Rockford Commercials. If you are unable to donate, I totally understand. Share this post, I bet you someone who has worked with my Dad will see it. Thank you so much for your time.