Dear Family, Friends, and Kindhearted Supporters,

It is with broken hearts that we share the devastating news of our dad’s passing while in Maui. Earlier this year, my sister and I also lost our mom, and now we find ourselves navigating the unimaginable pain of losing both of our parents within the same year.

Our dad was an incredible man—kind, generous, and full of life. He had a way of making everyone feel special, and he worked so hard to care for his family, even in the toughest times. Losing him so suddenly has left us not only heartbroken but also overwhelmed by the financial and emotional challenges ahead.

We are determined to honor his memory and bring him home to California, where we can celebrate his life with the family and friends who loved him dearly. To do so, we need help covering the costs of his cremation, a meaningful urn, transporting his remains from Maui, and organizing a celebration of life to pay tribute to the amazing father, friend, and man that he was.

This has been an incredibly challenging year for my sister and me as we face life without either of our parents. Our mom’s passing earlier this year was a tremendous loss, and now, losing our dad has left us feeling an unimaginable void.

We are asking for your help to raise $5,000 to give our dad the farewell he deserves. Any contribution, no matter how small, will help ease this burden and allow us to focus on honoring his memory. Even if you cannot donate, sharing this fundraiser would mean the world to us.

Our dad’s legacy is one of love, laughter, and kindness, and we hope to reflect that in the way we say goodbye to him. Thank you for supporting us during this difficult time and for helping us bring him back home to California, where he can rest in peace beside our mom.

With gratitude and love,

Erik & Emily Lucas