On September 15, 2025, my life changed forever. An intruder entered our home and shot me in the chest as I tried to protect my family. The nightmare continued as the intruder chased after my wife, Samantha, and our son. Samantha bravely tried to stop him, but she was shot twice and killed, with our son witnessing the tragedy. In a moment of courage, my 16-year-old son picked up a shotgun and stopped the intruder, saving both our lives.

Since that day, my son and I have been struggling to cope with the loss of Samantha. We miss her every day, and the pain of her absence is overwhelming. The aftermath has left us facing not only emotional devastation but also significant financial challenges. I have had to cover funeral costs, crime scene cleanup, and repairs to our home from the damages that occurred that morning. These expenses have added to the stress and difficulty of trying to rebuild our lives.

We are reaching out for help and support from our community. Any contribution, no matter the size, will make a difference as we work to recover and find hope again. Your kindness and generosity would mean so much to us during this incredibly difficult time.