Help Us Honor Our Dad’s Memory and Support Our Family After His Sudden Passing

On June 1st, our world was turned upside down.

We got the call no one ever wants to receive, something had happened to Dad.

The drive to the hospital felt endless. Every second was filled with dread and disbelief, knowing we might be walking into the last moments we’d ever have with him.

We ran through the hospital, straight into the resuscitation unit, where Dad lay surrounded by machines. The doctor pulled us aside and sat us down. An aortic aneurysm, blew his organs.

And in that moment, our worst fear became our reality, there was no hope for recovery. They could only keep him comfortable.

In true lion-hearted fashion, Dad held on. Even through sleep and sedation, he found the strength to give us his love and share his final goodbyes. At 9:00 PM, surrounded by those who loved him most, Dad passed away peacefully.

There are no words for this kind of heartbreak.

We are creating this GoFundMe not only to honor his memory, but to ask for help during a time when we need it most. Dad was the rock of our family, his sudden loss has left a hole in our hearts and a financial burden we’re struggling to carry.

We’re reaching out for support with:

Funeral and memorial costs

Travel and accommodation expenses for family

Household bills and essentials while we adjust to life without Dad.

Anything you can give, no matter how small, would mean the world to us. If you’re not in a position to donate, sharing this page would also help us more than you know.

MACESTOCK | 26–28 SEPT 2025

A Festival in Loving Memory of Mace. Will form part of the fundraiser. Please save the date - more info to follow ♥️

We’re so grateful for your love, prayers, and support as we try to navigate the impossible.

With love and thanks,

Mace and Family