Rachel Martinez was one of the most loyal friends I have ever had. If she had something to say, you were going to hear it. If you were in a tight spot, Rachel would have been there in a heart beat. She had the biggest heart for people she  loved and cared about. She wore her emotions of her sleeve. When she laughed, the room felt it. When she made silly dance moves, you couldn't help but smile.

I grew up with Rachel throughout high school. Our memories are endless. I spent countless days and nights with Rachel and her family and they became family to me. We grew up quickly after that. Rachel and Jon created the most beautiful family of their own. Rachel leaves behind three handsome young boys. They are all school age and it breaks my heart they will grow up without the love of their mama.

Knowing how loyal Rachel is, it is only right we continue her legacy. We need to give her boys every fighting chance they can get. These funds will be used to bring Rachel's body back from Arizona, cover her funeral expenses, and help give her family some extra support. Any dollar amount will help. The sooner we can reach our goal, the sooner we can give our beautiful friend what she deserves.