Help Us Attend My Moms Funeral

My name is Jeanne, and I’m raising funds to help my children and me travel from Phoenix, Arizona to Houston, Texas for the funeral of my foster mom, Carolyn Peterson. Carolyn took me in when I was fourteen, at a time when many people aren’t willing to open their homes to teenagers. She was an ICU nurse for over twenty years and was married to her husband, Dave, for sixty-five years. Carolyn and Dave became the family I never had, and they showed me what unconditional love looks like.


As a foster kid, I didn’t have real parents or grandparents for my children. Carolyn and Dave stepped into those roles, teaching me how to be a good parent through their kindness and support. This trip is important for my children and me to say goodbye and honor Carolyn’s memory. The funds raised will help cover our travel and lodging expenses so we can be there to celebrate her life and the impact she had on our family.


Your support will help us be with loved ones during this difficult time and give my children the chance to honor the only grandparents they’ve ever known on their mother’s side. Thank you for helping us remember Carolyn and the love she shared with so many.