Help Honor Tom's Final Journey

I've started this gofundme to help covering the final expenses of my uncle, Tom Nadolny. Tom followed his dream to search for gold in Alaska after mom passed in 2015. He left behind his life here in Maine in search of more. He made wonderful friends everywhere he went. I'm not going to lie and say he was the bright light in a dim room. He was a hard ass. Gruff exterior and didn't let people close until they earned his trust and respect. When he loved, he did so wholly. Growing up, he was always there. Cranky, but reliable. The one man in my life that was there almost everyday. He was there for me everytime I needed him, and now it's time to return the favor. Funds are tight. I'm not looking to bank on his passing. Just to ensure he gets to come back to second home, Maine. This fundraiser is to cover his cremation. Anything above the requested 3500 will be used to cover airfare to and from alaska to help tie up his lose ends and settle his estate per se. Anything helps. Thank you for taking the time to at least read this. If you can't donate, I completely understand. It feels only fitting to close this fundraiser on his next birthday. 1/12.