My family is facing an unimaginable loss. My nephew, Mikhail-Lee Smith, was only 8 years old when his life was taken by a drunk driver. He was my brother’s youngest son and truly his best friend. Kell was an active, joyful child whose smile could light up any room. He loved his parents deeply, but the bond he shared with my brother was something truly special.

No parent should ever have to say goodbye to their child. My brother and Mikhail-Lee’s mother are heartbroken and struggling to cope with this tragedy. They did not have insurance for Mikhail-Lee, and now they are faced with the overwhelming costs of a funeral and memorial. We want to give him a beautiful home going and honor his memory in the way he deserves.

We are reaching out to our community for help. Any support you can give will go directly toward the funeral service, memorial, and anything else needed to lay Mikhail-Lee to rest. Your kindness and generosity will mean the world to our family as we try to navigate this heartbreaking time. Thank you for keeping us in your thoughts and for helping us give Mikhail-Lee the farewell he deserves.