Goodbye, brother. We are not alone.

As many of you know, my brother and best friend, Jason, passed away peacefully on July 9th, surrounded by family, in the comfort of his home.

It’s okay to smile here—he would want that. Jason needed so little to be happy. Each morning he’d wake, look around, and everything he ever wanted was right there: a beautiful wife, Jen. A daughter, Jordan, who filled the house with laughter. Two loving, supportive parents. And a younger brother—me—whom he named, and helped raise.

Jason wouldn’t have had it any other way but to go first. He took his last breath holding our hands. We felt his heart stop. We witnessed the moment when body and soul quietly parted. We gently touched his face, to feel his fading warmth just a little longer.

Dying is not for the weak. It takes courage to let go. Dignity to walk forward. And trust—that we will continue to protect what he lived for most.

The most beautiful part of Jason’s life was you. He loved so deeply. Even if you never felt his light directly, it was there. And it still is.

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Why We’re Asking for Help

While we are trying our best to stay strong, the financial impact of Jason’s illness and passing has left us overwhelmed. We are now facing a mountain of expenses that go far beyond grief.

Your donation will go directly toward:

⚕️ Medical & End-of-Life Care

• Outstanding hospital and hospice care bills

• Prescription costs and medical supplies

• Emergency transportation services

⚰️ Funeral & Memorial Expenses

• Funeral home services

• Cremation and memorial arrangements

• Celebration of life gathering

Household Needs & Stability

• Rent and utilities

• Groceries and daily essentials

• School and childcare costs for Jordan

• Grief counseling and mental health support

Transportation

• Repairs to unreliable transportation

• Travel costs for family attending services or appointments

⏳ Lost Income

• Time off work to care for Jason and now to grieve

• Temporary loss of income for his wife and family caregivers

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If you are able to give, any amount—big or small—will make a meaningful difference. And if you’re not in a place to give, please consider sharing this with others who might be able to help.

From the bottom of our hearts: thank you for being part of Jason’s life and legacy.

Holding Jason’s memory close,

Tony and our entire family

(Oh, and GO STEELERS!)