On January 3rd, I lost a dear friend and family member, Brian Zimmerman, who unexpectedly passed away. Brian was loved by many and hated by few. He was the kind of person who would do anything for you—he’d give you the shirt off his back. Brian was incredibly smart, funny, and had a kind heart. He loved the outdoors, especially fishing and camping whenever he could. Life won’t be the same without him, and there will always be a part of me that belongs to him because of the knowledge and kindness he shared.

Brian didn’t have insurance or life insurance, and his last wish was to be cremated. I’m creating this GoFundMe to raise money for his cremation, his services, and a celebration of life to honor his memory. I wish I could cover these costs myself, but I simply can’t afford it. That’s why I’m reaching out to the community for help. Brian touched so many lives, and I want to give him the farewell he deserves.

Thank you to everyone who has helped and will help during this time of need. Your support means the world to me, and I pray for your safety and well-being. Brian will be missed forever, but he will never be forgotten.