On May 26, 2026, our beloved Marcus was unexpectedly taken from us. He leaves behind his wife Natalie, his children AJ and Terry, AJ's wife Presli, and their precious baby boy — a grandchild Marcus adored. And of course, his beloved dogs Sargent and Dexter, who were truly his heart.

Marcus chose this family. He stepped into their lives and loved them fiercely and without reservation. That kind of love is rare, and it leaves a mark that time cannot erase. AJ, Presli, Terry, and that sweet baby boy have lost someone who showed up for them in the way that counted most. And Natalie has lost her husband, her partner, and the man who stood beside her and said — these are my people.

Now this family is left to grieve one of the hardest losses imaginable, while also facing the very real and immediate weight of funeral costs, burial expenses, and everyday bills that don't pause for heartbreak.

We are raising funds to help cover it all — so that Natalie doesn't have to choose between grieving her husband and keeping the lights on. So she can just breathe, hold her kids close, and take things one day at a time.

If Marcus ever made you laugh, if Natalie has ever been there for you, or if you simply want to be the hands and feet of God's love for a family walking through their darkest days — this is your moment. Every dollar matters. Every share matters. Every prayer matters.

Thank you for showing up for Natalie, AJ, Presli, Terry, their baby boy, and even sweet Sargent and Dexter — who are no doubt waiting by the door.

With so much love and gratitude on their behalf — thank you.