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Give hope to these children in this tragic loss

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Dear friends, family, and compassionate supporters,

It is with a heavy heart that we share the unimaginable tragedy that has struck a family already burdened by loss. This past week, a devoted mother of three beautiful children passed away after a long battle with mental health struggles. Her passing was a devastating blow to her family and community, leaving her children without their mother, their protector, and their source of unconditional love.

This tragedy is only part of a story marked by profound loss. A few years ago, these children also lost their father to suicide, a pain their mother carried every day as she worked to care for her children. On top of this, she endured the heartbreaking loss of her beloved sister not long ago. The weight of these losses became overwhelming, and despite her strength and love for her children, her battle with mental health became too much to bear.

Now, these three innocent children are left orphaned, grappling with grief that no child should ever experience. They are being cared for by relatives who are doing everything in their power to provide love and stability, but the challenges are immense—emotionally, mentally, and financially.

We are asking for your help to give these children a chance at healing and hope for the future. Donations will go toward meeting their immediate needs, including food, clothing, therapy, school supplies, and creating a stable home environment. Longer-term, we hope to provide for their education and ensure they have every opportunity to thrive despite the incredible hardships they’ve endured.

This heartbreaking story is also a sobering reminder of the toll mental health struggles and loss can take. It’s a call for greater awareness, compassion, and support for those silently battling depression, anxiety, and grief. We must break the stigma around mental health and ensure no one feels they are fighting alone.

By contributing to this GoFundMe, you are not only helping these children find stability during this painful time, but you are also honoring the lives of their mother, father, and aunt by supporting suicide awareness and mental health care.

Your generosity—whether through a donation or by sharing this campaign—will have a lasting impact. Together, we can offer hope, healing, and a future for these children, while reminding everyone that no one has to face their struggles alone.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to someone you trust or a mental health resource:
• Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the U.S.)
• Text “HOME” to 741741 (Crisis Text Line)

From the depths of our hearts, thank you for your kindness, support, and compassion during this devastating time.

With gratitude,
Our family.
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    Organizer and beneficiary

    Jennifer Simonetti
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    Revere, MA
    Paul Mackie Brazzo
    Beneficiary

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