Despite every possible effort being made to get there in time, Jacob Ruble was on a plane rushing to be by his son’s side when Tyler passed. No parent should ever have to endure this kind of heartbreak—the unbearable pain of losing a child, especially while fighting with everything they have just to make it to them.

Jacob and his family are now facing the unimaginable grief of saying goodbye to Tyler, while also carrying the overwhelming emotional and financial burden that comes with losing a son.

This GoFundMe will remain open for anyone who would like to support Jacob and his family as they navigate funeral expenses, travel costs, missed work, and the many unexpected hardships that follow such a devastating loss.

Thank you for your prayers, your kindness, and for standing beside this family during their darkest moment. Every donation, share, and prayer means more than words can express.

There are moments in life no parent is ever prepared for. Desperately planning the last few days… yes, days is not one of them. This morning, doctors shared that Jacob’s son Tyler — just 16 years old — has about a week to ten days left. He is currently on hospice care in the hospital in Portland, Oregon, after battling a rare and aggressive cancer.

A week to ten days. Sixteen years old — a life that should still be full of plans, dreams, laughter, and time. Instead, his family is holding onto every moment they have left with him. Jacob and his wife have already spent everything they have — and borrowed more — trying to fight for their son. Now, as time is running out, they are facing something no parent should ever have to think about: How Jacob can afford to go back and stay with his son during these final days.

All Jacob wants is to be there — sitting beside Tyler, holding his hand, talking to him, and not missing a single moment. This is no longer about fighting the illness. This is about time. This is about love. This is about a father and his son. We are asking for help so Jacob can be by Tyler’s side without the crushing weight of financial stress. Donations will help cover travel, time away from work, and the immediate expenses that come with end-of-life care. Please, if you can, help give this father the one thing he needs most right now: Time with his son. If you’re unable to donate, sharing this page means more than you know. Let’s come together and surround Jacob and Tyler with love, support, and compassion during this heartbreaking time.