Support for Cristina & Anthony After Their Loss

Our lives were forever changed with the passing of Matt. It's not often that the world brings us someone as special as him. Although Matt's life ended before we were ready, we hold on to the memories of what an amazing son, brother, uncle, friend, companion and father he was. He left us way too soon.

Matt created a beautiful family with Cristina, his life partner, and Anthony, his 2 year old son who are now left with unimaginable grief, loss, and sadness. We are asking for donations as there is a new and unexpected financial hardship for Cristina and Anthony to try and rebuild their lives back up to something it once was, as Matt would have wanted. Cristina will now have to learn to navigate life without her best friend, partner, and other half. Our goal is to come together to lighten the financial challenges that come with being a single mother to a toddler, so that she can focus on healing and being a source of strength for her little boy.

We would also like to have a memorial for all of Matt's dear friends and family in Illinois to celebrate his life and the special impact he had on everyone he met.