Help the Hove Family Honor Michelle's Memory

Hi, my name is Kelsie Finnigan. I was blessed and privileged to grow up with the Schleicher-Hove family in my life from day one as my cousins. Michelle, her husband Todd, and their children Kylie and TJ were people that everyone loved and wanted to spend time with—they are probably the most fun-loving, kind, generous family I know.

The matriarch of this awesome family, Michelle, was a character. She was a best friend and a hand to hold. When she talked, you listened. She told you the straight truth but she'd definitely try to be kind as she could about it. She wanted what was best for you. She was always cooking, crafting, or planning get-togethers. She wanted everyone to feel included and loved, always. My dad battled alcoholism all his life, and she even let him move in with her and her family to try and save him because she knew what a truly great man he was at his core. Her selflessness and empathy knew no bounds. She loved fiercely, deeply, and devotedly. Michelle loved a good night by the firepit with loved ones, and she was a huge lover of 80s music - Journey was one of her all time favorites. Her 2 kids were her entire world. She was also absolutely in love with her husband Todd from day one, and it is beautiful to me that she drifted off to the other side painlessly in her sleep with her love nearby.

Please, consider donating to this GoFundMe if any or all of the Hoves have impacted your life. Funerals are very expensive, and financial worries should be the last thing on your mind in a heartbreaking time like this. Let's come together as a community and help the Hoves.

So that you know where your money is going—I will be making Shelly's daughter Makyla the beneficiary. I put the amount at 20k as that is what GoFundMe recommended, but donating whatever you can would be so helpful for this heartbroken family.

Much love to all.