My wonderful, caring, loving son, Justin was abruptly taken from us all. Many of you know our family and Justin. I cannot believe that this has happened. It still feels not real. The horrific truth is that it IS happening to us. No one should ever have to deal with loss of a child.

Justin was always laughing and smiling. He was a very helpful soul. Justin would spend quality time with his siblings and on many occasions, would go out of his way to make anyone feel special. He would give you the shirt off his back, literally, the last dollar he had, anything...

Justin had just turned 16 and was excited to get his license and a truck and move on to the next part of his beautiful life. I am forever affected by the gift I had to know him and love him and I cannot even say the words of how much I will miss him. This tragedy has been hard on all who knew him, but specifically difficult for Cole, Eryn, Rylee and his identical twin brother Ryan.

I cannot believe that this happened to us and I had obviously not planned to have to deal with all the costs associated with a funeral, burial, etc. It is overwhelming. I did have a little fund saved for his new truck, which has helped to pay for some of the costs, but I desperately need some help.

No matter how small or large, please help my family. I cannot tell you how much it means and hopefully your kindness will allow us to have the services that Justin deserves.

I cannot say thank you enough, but if you can help, each and every one of you will be forever in our hearts.

NOTE: Unfortunately, this was a shocking event and we need the funds as quickly as possible. Immediately if you are compelled. His funeral is scheduled for October 8th. The sooner the better please. His father, Brent, will be handling all of this, with help from extended family. If you wish to reach out directly, you can email brent at brent.jagodnik at gmail.com

One more note. If you can find it in your heart to share this out to anyone within your reach that might be able to help, it is very appreciated. Any funds collected over my goal will be going to a non profit organization.