My name is Katrina West, and I am organizing this GoFundMe on behalf of my sister, Erica Proctor, who recently experienced the heartbreaking and unexpected loss of her fiancé, Gregory “Chico” House—just 37 days before their wedding.

What was meant to be a time of joy and celebration has become a time of deep grief. Instead of planning their wedding, Erica is now faced with the unimaginable task of laying her fiancé to rest.

Chico and Erica were devoted parents raising six children together, ages 18, 15, 13, 11, 2, and 1. Their eldest just started her first year of college last week. At the time of his passing, Chico was the sole provider for their family, and his absence has left an emotional and financial void that is difficult to put into words.

Anyone who knew Chico knows he never met a stranger. He was the kind of person who would give you the shirt off his back—a true friend, a devoted father, and a man with a heart of gold.

If you are able, we humbly ask for your support during this incredibly difficult time. Let’s come together to help Erica and the children, just as Chico would have done for any of us. No amount is too small—anything helps.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.