He used to sing and play guitar for all of us — it was his love language, and through it, he showed just how deeply he cared for his family. He was always there when someone needed help, offering the wisdom only he seemed to have, and in those moments, you felt truly seen and cared for. His love for each of us was steady and unwavering, the kind of love that made life’s challenges lighter and every memory brighter.

Our hearts are shattered over the loss of our dad, pawpaw, and the love of my mom’s life. The holidays make his absence feel even heavier, and while we struggle to navigate this grief, we are also faced with the difficult task of arranging his final homecoming — giving him the farewell he deserves.

We are reaching out to ask for your support. Any contribution, no matter the size, will help us honor his life, celebrate the love he gave so freely, and bring him home to be with my mom, who has lost her devoted partner. Your kindness will mean the world to us as we try to give him the peace, dignity, and love he shared with everyone around him.