With shattered hearts and tears that won’t seem to stop, we have to share the devastating news that our beloved Mandy —our fierce, incredible Auntie, Mom, best friend to so many, the absolute best bartender who ever poured a drink, a brilliant entrepreneur, and the strongest woman we’ve ever known—has left us far too soon and way too suddenly.

Mandy wasn’t just family; she was the heartbeat of ours. She was the one who could light up the darkest room with her infectious laugh, her sharp wit, and that signature sparkle in her eyes when she was up to something fun (or mixing the perfect cocktail). She raised her son with a love so fierce it could move mountains, always putting him first while teaching him to stand tall and fight for what matters. To her friends, she was the rock—the one who’d drop everything at 2 a.m. for a heart-to-heart, offer the best advice with zero judgment, or just sit with you in silence when words weren’t enough. Behind the bar, she wasn’t just serving drinks; she was creating moments, listening to stories, making strangers feel like old friends, and turning ordinary nights into unforgettable ones. As an entrepreneur, she chased her dreams with that same unstoppable fire, never backing down from a challenge.

We still can’t believe she’s gone. It happened so fast, without warning, leaving us all reeling and trying to make sense of a world without her in it. The medical bills from her final days piled up unexpectedly, the memorial costs, and the bills and responsibilities she handled that her family now has to face. In the middle of this unbearable grief.

We’re starting this GoFundMe not just to cover those expenses—medical bills, cremation, and ongoing support for her loved ones—but to give her family the space to grieve, to remember her the way she deserves: laughing, loving, living fully. Mandy gave so much to everyone around her without ever asking for anything in return. Now, we’re asking for your help to ease this load so we can focus on healing, sharing stories of her incredible life, and keeping her spirit alive in the ways she touched us all.

If you’ve ever had the privilege of knowing Mandy—if she ever made you a drink that made you smile, gave you advice that changed your day, or just made you feel truly seen—please consider donating whatever you can. Even a small amount helps more than you know. If you can’t give right now, sharing this page would mean the world; her circle was huge, and word spreading could make all the difference.

From the bottom of our broken hearts, thank you for any love, support, prayers, or memories you can share. Mandy was one of a kind—gone way too soon, but her love, her strength, and her light will live on in every single one of us forever. We miss you more than words, Tia. ❤️