Helping Mac's Unborn Child & Wife

On March 22nd we lost a husband, father, brother, son and friend.  McKenzie (Mac) Palko passed away from a struggle he dealt with and ultimately lost.  His passing was not intentional and he ultimately has left behind not only a beautiful twin sister and older sister, brothers by marriage of his sisters, nieces and nephews, parents, countless friends but most importantly, he has left behind his best friend and love of life.... his wife Arizona, his very young son Bryce and his unborn child.  Arizona and his children and family were the reason for which Mac fought so hard each day.  McKenzie (Mac) Palko was the most creative uplifting spirit you could ever come in contact with.  He was the first to lend a hand or give you the shirt off his back even if it was the only shirt he had.  Mac was a master carpenter and if you have seen any of his work or have the honor of owning a piece of work in your home please treasure it always.   

Arizona (Mac's wife) has been holding very strong taking care of and loving their son and unborn baby she is currently one month away from giving birth to during this incredibly difficult change in their life. We know that Mac is looking down proud of the support that has gathered around to help. As we move forward we know that it will be an incredibly difficult transition in many different aspects, especially for Arizona, their  toddler son Bryce and their soon to be new baby boy who will never know his daddy.  

Arizona has allowed me to set up this page to help with the many different needs that have come up in preparing for Mac's funeral, as well as financial needs yet to come. With such amazing family and friends throughout the country, we are hoping to help make the financial needs the least of her concerns.  

Please know that our family has done their best to cover the funeral expenses, but the financial concerns of Bryce and Mac's unborn son are of the greatest concern.  Arizona is doing her best to move forward with the loss of her best friend, the father of her children, the main financial provider for her family and remain as strong and as positve as possible each day to remind her babies that life must go on and the memory of their daddy will be a beautiful one as his family surrounds them each and every day in the most beautiful and creative ways.  

All proceeds will go toward anything this direct family needs. Any donation is greatly appreciated!  We thank you in advance not only for your donations, but for taking the time to read this and learn about Mac, Arizona, Bryce and soon a new gift to our family bringing Mac's love full circle through his newborn son. Mac had a drive and fight inside him and his struggle was real.  Beyond his fight was an amazing, charismatic man who's smile and selfiless love for his friends, family and even strangers made everyone enjoy spending just a few minutes with him.  

If you know of anyone who has struggled with any sort of addiction and lost their battle, we feel for your loss as well.  This is a difficult time and we know that each day and each breath is preascious.  Please hug your loved ones and smile to strangers.  God Bless.