***UPDATE***

Our hearts are heavy, but they are also overflowing with gratitude for each and every one of you. We started this GoFundMe for our sweet Lucian, and we were completely overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support we received.

We want to sincerely thank you all for your donations—no matter the amount, or whether it was a monetary gift or an in-kind donation. More than that, thank you for the hugs, the words of comfort, and the endless love you've shown our family. It is truly carrying us through the darkest of days.

Below is a full accounting of how every donation was used. It is with your help that we were able to focus on honoring Lucian's memory rather than worrying about the financial burdens.

Thank you for holding us up and for loving our little boy.

How Your Donations Helped

Total spent for the Celebration of Life - $9,968.96

Total Funeral/Burial - $8,324

In-Kind Donations During the Celebration of Life

Total Spent Overall: $18, 292.96

GoFundMe takes 2.9% + $0.30 per donation

A tragic and unimaginable loss has shaken the lives of the Cook family. Their beloved son, Lucian Joseph Cook, who was just 23 months old, passed away on August 16, 2025, after a sudden and tragic choking accident on a marshmallow. Lucian, born on August 31, 2023, was a bright and joyful little boy who brought immeasurable happiness to everyone he met. His memory will forever be a guiding light for his family and all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

In the wake of this devastating loss, the Cooks want to honor Lucian's life and create a lasting legacy of awareness and prevention. They are organizing a celebration of life on what would have been his second birthday, August 31, 2025. This event will be a tribute to Lucian's playful spirit and will be open to the public. It will not only be a space for family and friends to grieve and remember, but also a community gathering focused on preventing similar tragedies. The event will feature activities for children, a children's band, and fun attractions to celebrate the joy Lucian brought into the world.

Most importantly, the celebration will include CPR training and a giveaway of Dechoker devices, turning their grief into action by providing vital education to help prevent future choking incidents. The funds raised through this campaign will directly support this special event and help the Cook family cover the costs of Lucian's funeral, a land plot, and a headstone. Your generous contributions will help alleviate the financial burden on the family during this heartbreaking time, allowing them to focus on healing and honoring their son.

Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference. It's an opportunity to show the Cook family our love and support, to celebrate Lucian's short but impactful life, and to contribute to a cause that can save other children's lives. Please join us in supporting Lucian's parents, Caleb and Autum Cook along with their family and honoring the memory of sweet Lucian.