Our hearts are broken as we try to come to terms with the sudden and unexpected passing of our beloved Deidre. She was a beautiful soul — full of love, laughter, and light — and shut your mouth…she touched the lives of everyone who knew her. Deidre was not just a wonderful friend and sister; she was an amazing mother whose world revolved around her son, Peanut.

Now, Peanut is facing life without the person who loved him most. He’s such a bright and kind young man, but this loss is something no child should ever have to endure. His aunt — Metrie ,her twin sister — is currently in the hospital, and he lost his grandmother just a few years ago. With so much loss and limited family around, we want to make sure Peanut has the love, stability, and support he needs as he navigates this painful time.

We’re raising funds to help cover funeral expenses and to build a small foundation for Peanut — to help him continue growing, healing, and living the kind of life his mom dreamed of for him. Deidre’s greatest wish was for her son to be happy, loved, and given every opportunity to succeed.

If you’re able, please consider donating in Deidre’s memory. No amount is too small — every single act of kindness will help Peanut and honor the incredible woman Deidre was. Please share this fundraiser to help us surround Peanut with the same love and community that Dee Early shared so freely with everyone around her.

Gone but never forgotten — Deidre’s love will forever live on through Peanut.