Let me start by introducing myself. My name is Antonio Lazel Collins, and Kahazea, also known as Mease, is my baby brother. On September 13, 2025, my brother was involved in a tragic car accident that claimed his life. Many of you have already expressed your condolences and sympathy, and for that, our family is deeply grateful.

All who knew my brother can attest to the light and presence he carried into every room. To know him was truly to love him. Our family story has not been without its challenges, but I am grateful that my brother and I were able to rekindle our relationship and begin healing together.

Mease was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, and he carried that same strength, discipline, and loyalty into his daily life. He was a true friend, a devoted brother, and a cousin to many. He was also a caring soul who would give his last to anyone in need. At the time of his passing, he was working on becoming a better man for himself, his handsome son and two beautiful daughters, and for the young woman he shared his life with.

His immediate family includes me and his two sisters, and together as a family we are starting this fundraiser to seek assistance with his burial costs and to provide support for his children. This unfortunate situation has hit hard for so many, and anything you are able to give will truly help. Mease left behind his son and two daughters without a father, and it is our priority to make sure they are supported and cared for. If Mease taught me anything, it was humility and I come to you humbly asking for kindness, generosity, and support from family, friends, and even strangers alike. Any contribution will help us honor his life, lay him to rest with dignity, and continue caring for the children he loved so deeply.