Hello, my name is Dawn, and I am posting this GoFundMe for my sister and family.

On April 6, 2026, our family suffered an unimaginable loss. My sister, April Newton, and brother-in-law, Matt Newton, now need to do something no parent should ever have to do and bury their son, Landy Burkland, who passed away following injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.

Landy was young and had his whole life ahead of him and was so excited to learn he was going to be a dad for the first time with a baby due in September 2026 with his fiancée, Kiersten Royce.

Landy was full of laughter, humor, and kindness. He had a way of lighting up every room he entered and brought joy to everyone around him. He was an amazing brother to his sister, Lilly Newton, an incredibly loving son to April and Matt, the best nephew, cousin, boyfriend, and friend anyone could have ever asked for.

Landy was a graduate of Riverside High School and Wilkes Barre Career Technology Center.

He enjoyed working on cars, fishing, and spending time with his friends and family. He loved driving and taking road trips near and far, especially ones to Disney World. He loved to watch football with his cousins even though they cheered for opposite teams. He loved his dog, Bailey, and his cats, Mav and Super Kitty.

Our family's world has been turned upside down, and April and Matt are now facing not only the emotional pain of this loss but also the unexpected financial burdens that come with it.

We are asking for support to help Landy’s family during this incredibly difficult time.

Donations will go toward funeral expenses, Landy's bills, and anything remaining will be given to Landy’s child.

Any contribution—no matter the size—will make a difference. If you are unable to donate, please consider sharing this fundraiser and keeping all of Landy's family in your thoughts and prayers.

Thank you for your love, support, and kindness during this very difficult time.

A updated message from Landys Mom April:

I put off sharing this! It hurts so bad! No Mother/father or sister should ever have to ask for money to put their child, ( my baby boy, my only baby boy, my world) brother ( Lilly and Landy were so close her only brother, her only sibling.) to rest! This kind of pain is earth shattering, our light is faded or world feels empty without him. We love Landy so much I have since the day I knew he was in my belly. I fell so fast and deep in love when I gave birth and they put the most handsome little boy in my arms. Seemed impossible but my love only grew over the years as Matt and I raised him. I know it will still grow until I die. Landy helped take care of his sister I was also so proud of their bond and love for each other. They were suppose to grow old together and lean on each when it was time to lay Matt and I to rest. Not this!!! Life is so unfair! They said god doesn’t give you more than you can handle. Well I can tell you that is a lie! I can’t handle losing my baby. He never got to meet his baby my first grandchild and he was sooo excited to tell me and thought it was great that I was sooo excited I cried! He called me everyday just to chat and I don’t know how to move knowing I will never get a call again or a visit saying hey mom what do you want for dinner I’ll come to your job. It’s sooo unfair!!! I just want my baby back! Landyman I love and miss you so much my baby boy! Please visit me in my dreams until I can see and hold you again my beautiful handsome baby boy!!