<div>As many of you have seen over the news this week, former Charlotte Fire Captain/First Responder, Tony Moore tragically died on I-485. His son had a minor bump up on a rainy dark winter night and called his parents for help. Thankfully Audie was not injured in the accident! His mother was on route from one direction and his father was on route the other direction. Tony was dropped off on the opposite side of the highway and was attempting to cross when he didn't see an oncoming pickup truck. Audie's mother arrived immediately after Tony was struck and while did not see that happen, sadly, both of them witnessed more than anyone ever should! They have a new found respect for all the years of service Tony gave to the community and their lives are forever changed.
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<div><a href="https://www.qcnews.com/news/u-s/north-carolina/mecklenburg-county/sharing-memories-retired-fire-chief-killed-on-i-485-remembered-by-those-he-served-alongside/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tony's Story</a>
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<div>We haven't had a lot of time with Audie over the years, but everyone who comes in contact with him are in awe of this young man. That is not an exaggeration. My description from the first day I met him was that he is an old soul. He is mature beyond his years, thoughtful, compassionate, caring, always listening and seems to have a special fondness for people older than him. He loves his family; immediate and extended alike. He is a bright young man, enjoying trains, creating models for 3D printing, photography and esports gaming. He is liked by his peers at school and has made friends across the nation through his various hobbies.
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<div>Audie is a good student, making straight A's and taking AP classes this year. He has done exceptionally well in school, eager to learn and retaining that knowledge for application. His desire is to further his education with college and his ultimate goal being Aerospace Engineering; which brings me to the purpose of this fund raiser. We would like to see Audie get a good start on his education because he is well deserving and his mother will need help to see him through his college years.
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<div>Melissa, Tony's wife and Audie's mother, did the book keeping/scheduling end of their family carpet cleaning business. She has not worked outside of the home for many years and this was their main income. Her ultimate concern is for Audie's future and well being.
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<div>Melissa and I (Jennifer) have been friends 20yrs and my desire is to support Melissa and Audie as much as I can through this terrible tragedy. If your family has the means and can help these sweet people with your donation, it will go to what it is intended for and they will be very appreciative. If you cannot donate, that is OK too - send them love and light. This is going to be a long hard journey for them.
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<div>"Grief never ends...But it changes. It's a passage, not a place to stay. Grief is not a sign of weakness, nor a lack of faith. It is the price of love."
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<div>-Author Unknown
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John May

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Laura Archibald

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Seth Rothbard

Deborah Wright

LANE OSTROW

Michael Markham

Shreyashi Shukla

William Paxton

Matthew Dawson

Anthony Pisch

Clay Lehman

College fund-Retired Fire Captain Tony Moore's son

College fund-Retired Fire Captain Tony Moore's son

Still $13,200 to go. Help us build momentum.