Hello, my name is Ryan Le, and I am raising funds to help my family cover the funeral expenses and transportation costs for our youngest brother, Ben Le, who recently passed away while hiking in Alaska.

Ben went missing while hiking, and an extensive search and rescue effort was launched to find him. After days of searching, our family received the devastating news that he had passed away. Losing our youngest brother so suddenly and so far from home is something our family never imagined we would have to experience.

We are now working to bring Ben home from Alaska so that our family can lay him to rest and give him the funeral and remembrance he deserves. Because his passing occurred so far from home, we are facing unexpected expenses related to transporting him, funeral services, and other arrangements.

Ben was only 22 years old and the youngest of five siblings. He was a deeply loved son and brother, leaving behind his parents, three older brothers, and sister, along with many family members and friends who loved him deeply. He was always in good spirits and had an incredible passion for new ideas. When something inspired him, he didn’t just talk about it—he took action and found a way to pursue it. He had plans to start a business centered around spreading ministry and sharing his faith with others. He was also preparing to leave Alaska for good soon and begin the next chapter of his life. He had so many ideas, plans, and things he was looking forward to. His loss has left an enormous hole in our family, and right now we are trying to focus on being together, grieving, and honoring his life.

Any donations will go toward transporting Ben home, funeral and memorial expenses, and the investigative and legal expenses our family may incur as we seek answers and navigate the process ahead.

Thank you to everyone who has reached out, supported our family, prayed for Ben, helped during the search, or simply kept him in your thoughts. We are incredibly grateful for the kindness and support we have received during this heartbreaking time.

Thank you for helping us bring Ben home and give our little brother the farewell he deserves.

— Ryan Le and the Le family