My close friend and her family have suffered a great loss recently and are in need of your support and prayers. I am hoping to raise funds for the family of Anthony Martinez. Anthony was an amazing father, friend, son, boyfriend, and Navy Chief who put our lives before his to serve our country. I am reaching out to all of you to help his family guide their way through this horrible tragedy.

Anthony Martinez, a Navy Chief, unexpectedly passed away on January 13 at age 41. He leaves behind four children — Jayden, Izzy, Mya, and TJ — and had three years left before retirement. Anthony will be taken home to Menifee, CA.

The family deeply appreciates flowers and condolences, but I am asking that we help relieve the financial burden at this difficult time. We are setting up a GoFundMe to assist with final arrangements and immediate needs so the children and relatives do not have to carry this cost while grieving.

If you are able to help, any contribution would be deeply appreciated. If you cannot give, sharing the GoFundMe link with others who might be able to help would also mean a great deal.