<div>Hello, my name is Vessie Williams.
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<div>I am a proud retired United States Navy veteran with 20 years of honorable service, including service during Desert Storm. After retiring from the Navy, I continued my commitment to serving others as a Deputy Sheriff with the Portsmouth Police Department. Throughout my life, I have dedicated myself to protecting and serving my country, my community, and, most importantly, my family.
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<div>Of all my accomplishments, nothing has brought me greater pride or joy than being the mother of my three sons. Raising three boys as a single mother was never easy, but with God's grace, determination, and unconditional love, I never made excuses. I worked hard to make sure my children always had what they needed—and, whenever I could, some of the things they wanted as well.
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<div>In the early 2000s, my second son, Joseph, was wrongfully convicted of a crime. Since that day, I have stood by him and supported his fight to prove his innocence. As his mother, I will never stop believing in him or fighting alongside him. That is simply what a mother's love does.
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<div>Today, I am living on a fixed retirement income. Like many retirees,  Despite these financial pressures, I have continued doing everything I can to support my son.
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<div>Unfortunately, I have very little help. Over the years, I have often opened my heart and extended a helping hand to family and others in need. Sadly, when I found myself needing support, that same kindness was not returned. Through it all, one person has always been there for me without expecting anything in return—my son Joseph.
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<div>It is not easy for me to ask for help. In fact, creating this GoFundMe has taken a great deal of humility and faith. I am hoping to raise between $7,000 and $10,000 to help relieve our financial burden , while I continue supporting my family and maintaining my home.
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<div>I am not asking anyone to carry my responsibilities. I will continue to stand beside my son because I believe in him, and because that is what a loving mother does. I am simply asking for a helping hand during a difficult season of our life.
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<div>I am a God-fearing woman, and I firmly believe that God has carried me through every challenge I have faced. Scripture tells us that "faith without works is dead," and creating this fundraiser is my act of faith. I trust that the good I have tried to do throughout my life—through my military service, my law enforcement career, and my commitment to my family—has made a difference.
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<div>Whether you are able to donate, share my story, or simply keep me and my family in your prayers, I am sincerely grateful.
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<div>Thank you for taking the time to read my story. May God richly bless you for your kindness, generosity, and compassion.
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Collins Harris

Vessie Williams

JOANNE BRIGHT-BARNES

Alton bryant

Sarone Foster

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