Jr keener is a man who has always loved his family deeply. He found joy in simple moments, like tossing a football with his nephew and his boys, as well as just hanging out with family. He was my first love—the person who made me a mother and blessed me with stepchildren. Together, we share three wonderful kids, and all together Jr has 8 children. I have a connection with all of them, and they all mean so much to our family.

Right now, Jr is in the hospital, fighting Huntingtons and pneumonia and they informed us that he doesn’t have much time yet. They asked us to prepare for arrangements and figure out what we want to do. Me and his older children went to say our goodbyes today. I’m proud to say that at the end, all his children have chosen forgiveness and want to come together to honor his memory. We want to give him a proper farewell, but times are tight for everyone right now, and preparing for funeral and memorial expenses has become a struggle.

I would like to be able to do this for him, and his family but I can’t do it alone. The funds raised will help pay for funeral costs and allow his children to have his ashes, so they can always keep a piece of him close. Any help, no matter how small, would mean the world to our family. If you’re unable to donate, please consider sharing our story. Thank you for supporting us during this difficult time.