In memory of Emma Barstow

I am creating this fundraiser on behalf of the family of Emma Barstow. Emma tragically and suddenly passed away on February 6th at the young age of 20. I have been a close friend of the family for nearly 30 years. I watched Emma grow from a rambunctious goofy girl into an independent young woman. From celebrating her as a middle school student of the month, to seeing her photos of highschool graduation, and most recently hearing she was embarking on her journey into a career in healthcare, providing care services to at-need elderly members of the community. Not unlike many families today, Emma’s family could not be prepared financially for such a tragedy. So I am reaching out to ask for support from the community so that Emma can be laid to rest and her family can focus on grieving the loss of their daughter, grand-daughter, neice, and oldest sister. I would like to thank you in advance, not only for any financial support you may provide, but also for the comfort of community.

If this is the first news you have received of Emma’s passing and know the family personally, please know that they continue to reach out individually as they feel able to do so, and please allow them to do that in their own time. Your patience and understanding is appreciated.

All funds will be provided to Emma’s family directly.