It is with the heaviest hearts that we share the passing of our dad. After being on life support, he fought with everything he had to stay with us. He showed so much strength, so much resilience, and never gave up without a fight. Watching him battle so hard and still losing him has left a pain in our hearts that words can’t fully describe.

My brother and I are trying to navigate this overwhelming loss while also facing the unexpected financial burden that comes with laying our dad to rest. In the middle of grieving, we are doing our best to stay strong, but this has been one of the hardest things we’ve ever gone through.

We are reaching out to our community in Lompoc—our family, friends, and anyone who knew and loved our dad—for support during this incredibly difficult time. Any donation, no matter how small, will go directly toward funeral expenses and helping us get through this painful transition.

If you’re unable to donate, we completely understand—sharing this and keeping our family in your thoughts and prayers means the world to us. Thank you for standing with us, for your kindness, and for helping us honor a man who fought so hard and meant everything to us.

Sincerely, Breanna and Miguel Angel Contreras ❤️