On what should have been one of the most exciting chapters of her life, 17-year-old Malory Tipton is instead facing the unimaginable.

As she prepares to begin her senior year of high school and looks ahead to college, Malory is grieving the sudden and tragic loss of her father. In a single moment, her world changed forever. Alongside the overwhelming heartbreak of losing her dad, she and her mother are now navigating the emotional and financial burdens that come with such an unexpected loss.

If you knew Eric, Malory’s dad, you knew one thing without question: he was so proud of his daughter and wanted his “Ladybug” to have every opportunity to build a beautiful future. More than anything, he wanted to see her walk across a college campus, pursue her dreams, and create a life filled with possibility. While he won’t be here to see that dream come true, together we can help carry his love and his legacy forward.

The funds raised through this campaign will first help cover the expenses associated with Eric’s final arrangements, providing immediate relief during an incredibly difficult time. Every dollar beyond those expenses will be placed directly into a 529 college savings plan for Malory, helping ensure that finances do not stand in the way of the future her father worked so hard to give her.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that those who wish to honor Eric’s memory consider making a donation to this fund. Your generosity will not only help ease the financial burden his family now faces but will also create a lasting legacy by investing in the future of the person he loved most…his daughter.

No donation is too small. Whether you are able to give, share this campaign with others, or simply keep Malory and her family in your prayers, your support means more than words can express.

Thank you for surrounding the Tipton family with love during these challenging days. Together, we can honor Eric’s greatest hope by helping his daughter step into the future he dreamed for her…one filled with opportunity, purpose, and hope.