In Memory of Pete Crowley

In memory of the life lived by Peter Crowley. Pete was an amazing man and loved by everyone. One of the things I loved most about him was his generous heart. If anyone was in need, an animal, family, friend, or even a stranger, he would help them in anyway he could. He was a hard worker who always did his best at whatever he was doing. An over-the-road truck driver, he spent a good part of his time away from home and family. He was a great provider, not only of me, but of my children. He helped me in raising 4 of my children and was a much loved "Grandpa Honey" to 2 grandchildren. His passing came as a great shock to everyone. He had no known health issues and had just had a DOT physical. Without life insurance or mortgage insurance and no income our family is now in a difficult position. I feel responsible as Pete told me years ago to look into life insurance and I did, but not extensively, and so it never got done. I think that I didn't want to even imagine anything happening to him and getting life insurance would make that a possibility. If you do not have life insurance, please learn from this and do not delay. All of our assets are financed. I am surrendering the truck, motorcycle and car. My goal is to save our home. Moving here wasn't planned, it happened after a traumatic event. It has taken all this time for my 2 daughters to settle in. Neither of them wanted to move so they had a very difficult time for a while. We had planned for my severely autistic non-verbal son to move in next month, to start the new school year. After the traumatic event we decided to put him in a group home until our lives got straightened out. With autism, consistency and a stable routine are very important. We all miss him very much and were looking forward so much to his coming to live with us. Now, I don't know what will happen so I don't want to bring my son here until we know we are going to be successful. With no income, and my disability from brain, neurological and joint issues, it is not going to be easy. It looks like the my 2 girls are each entitled to some type of financial benefits so I have started the process of applying. I have no idea how long it might take. In the meantime with no income, and very little on hand, we are in desperate need of help. This is the most difficult challenge I have faced. To lose my soulmate too soon is devastating. I am still in shock and disbelief. My chest is tight and my stomach in knots. I have cried to the point of dehydration. I don't even know how I will live this new life without him :-( What gives me hope is knowing that Pete is watching over us now, as he did in life, and that the generosity that he showed to so many, we now are seeing as we receive that same generosity to help us make it through this very difficult time with a chance to save our home, which I believe he would have wanted for us. My heartfelt thanks to all of you who are able to donate, and to those who aren't, who will keep us in prayer or send positive thoughts. Right now that is what is getting me through. I can feel the love and empathy from everyone and I know how touched Pete must be, knowing how everyone feels about him. I could tell so many good stories about him and he has told me so many about his family, friends and just about his life. I know he touched so many lives in a positive way and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Thank you.