On Sunday, Tauri, Olivia, and Ella's world turned completely upside-down. It is with a huge amount of sadness that we share the news of Ben Parker’s unexpected death. In the past twenty-five years, Ben and Tauri have been friends, together in military service, husband and wife, parents and life partners. 

Ben spent several years in the Air Force and most recently, Ben was a leader in the technology, big data, and communications field. He was a brilliant man who never ceased to set out to learn and invent. He had a huge sense of adventure that he shared with his friends and family. He will be missed greatly by his wife, Tauri, two daughters, Ella and Olivia, his father, Chris,  and many friends and family.

We've created this GoFundMe on behalf of Tauri and the girls to help ensure they don't have to worry about immediate costs as next steps are taken. This has come as a great shock, and it takes some time to work through financials and insurance. Any unused funds will be donated to the following nonprofits in support of Veteran's and services that we've used through this process already – Veteran’s Guest House, Solace Tree, or Crisis Support Services of Nevada. 

Thank you so kindly for your love and support. Do not feel obligated to give - words of love and strength, donations to these nonprofits, and prayers are greatly appreciated. Please know that Tauri is also set up as the direct beneficiary of these funds. Thank you.