In Memory of Kevin Smith: Support His Loved Ones

On December 26th, my Mom lost her best friend and partner.

Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences anyone can endure, especially when that person is a partner, parent, or child. With Kevin, it was even harder. He had a way of making everyone feel loved, and he returned that love with open arms. Kevin was the kind of person who could strike up a conversation with anyone, and he had a gift for making people smile. He was the life of the party, and always happy.

I watched Kevin battle illness for months, and there were times when I thought he would get better. Seeing him gradually change from the vibrant person I had known for many years was heartbreaking. But even then, I never imagined it would come to this.

At 15, I may not have all the answers, but I’ve lived through enough to understand the situation. Even though Kevin and my mom both went through divorces, they both worked through their challenges to ensure that his son, my siblings and I had a happy home at their house.

I’ve set up this GoFundMe to help my mom with the expenses that were once shared with Kevin. It’s hard to overhear phone calls about money, especially when we’ve lost a loved one.

We all miss Kevin’s laugh, his presence, and his voice. Any contribution is appreciated. Thank you for your support during this challenging time.