Losing a child is a pain no parent should ever have to endure. My sister, Katie Martyniuk, and her family are grieving the devastating loss of her son, Keaton Vonderhe, whose life was tragically cut short. In the midst of this unimaginable heartbreak, Katie and her family have also faced enormous financial strain. They were required to travel back and forth between North Carolina and Wisconsin, and every dollar they had went toward laying Keaton to rest. Between funeral expenses, missed work, and the emotional toll of grief, they are now struggling just to stay afloat.

Katie is doing her best to cope each day, but the weight of loss and financial stress has made healing even harder. This fundraiser is simply to help them cover basic living expenses, regain stability, and give them the space to grieve without the constant fear of financial collapse.

If you are able to give, please know that your support—no matter the amount—will go directly toward helping this family get back on their feet during the hardest season of their lives. If you’re unable to give, sharing this fundraiser or keeping them in your thoughts and prayers means more than you know. Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and support.