Our community is heartbroken to learn of the sudden passing of Jake Redd. Emily, his devoted wife, and their amazing children, Sydney and Dylan, are now facing the unimaginable loss of their husband and dad.

If you knew Jake, you knew laughter. He had the best sense of humor—the kind that could instantly lift a room. He loved cooking for others and found joy in sharing his latest experimental dish. He had a gift for connecting with kids and youth, always making them feel seen, valued, and loved. His life was full of kindness, and that love rippled out to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

And the family he leaves behind reflects that same light. Emily is rock solid—the kind of friend you can always count on. She has been a steady, selfless presence to so many. Their children are incredible—kind, bright, resilient, and deeply loved by all who know them.

This GoFundMe has been created to help lift the financial burdens of household needs, and the unexpected challenges ahead, so that they can focus on healing and holding close to one another.

Every prayer, every story shared, and every donation is a way of saying: we see you, we love you, and we are with you.