My father, Russell Yates, was not only my parent but my best friend. He raised me and my brother Jeremy with unwavering love and dedication, always putting our needs before his own. In 2012, Jeremy was tragically killed, and since then, life has been incredibly hard for both of us. Despite the pain, my father remained strong and continued to be a source of comfort and support for me.

Recently, my father passed away, leaving me with the responsibility of honoring his final wishes. He wanted to be cremated and have his ashes mixed with Jeremy's, so they could be together forever. This is something I deeply want to do for him, as he deserves to be remembered and celebrated for the wonderful father and friend he was.

The funds raised will go toward cremating my father, purchasing an urn for both him and Jeremy, and covering all the expenses associated with cremation and a proper funeral. My father is all that I have left, and fulfilling his wishes would mean the world to me. Any support you can offer will help me honor his memory and bring peace to our family during this difficult time.