Kelly and his daughter Saoirse are facing a heartbreaking and sudden loss. Kelly’s wife, Shannon, passed away unexpectedly, leaving a void in their family and in the community they love. Shannon was the one who cared for Saoirse while Kelly worked nights, and her absence has left Kelly struggling to find a way forward. He is determined to stay in the place that he and Shannon called home, surrounded by the peace and nature they cherished, and to raise Saoirse in the small, safe community they both dreamed of.

Now, Kelly is facing the challenge of finding childcare for Saoirse so he can return to work. As an independent person, asking for help isn’t easy for him, but the need is real. The funds raised will go directly toward hiring a babysitter for Saoirse, giving Kelly the chance to keep his job and provide stability for his daughter during this difficult time. Every contribution will help Kelly stay in the community he and Shannon loved, and allow Saoirse to continue growing up surrounded by the support and kindness of neighbors.

Kelly shared, 'I really don't want to move back to Texas. Me and Shannon love it here—the community, the peace, the nature. I want to continue to take Saoirse on adventures as we planned and teach her to fish. I want her to grow up in a small, safe community just as we planned. I'm dying to get back to work and find a way to make this work, but I just don't know how to get childcare for Saoirse because I don't know very many people around here.' I told him, 'We will help you figure it out. The people of this community take care of their own.'

Please consider supporting Kelly and Saoirse as they navigate this new chapter. Your generosity will help keep their family together and honor Shannon’s memory in the place they love.