My name is Sands. I run a manufacturing company in Downey, CA. John and his wife Maria both work for me. John recently and suddenly passed away, leaving Maria and two young children. She is going to have a struggle, as I'm sure we all know. Any help to pay for his funeral and something to help her with future financial issues would be greatly appreciated. John was an amazing person as well as one of my best employees, as is Maria. I know a lot of his off-work time and he was a dedicated father and husband. John constantly had a smile on his face and loved to laugh. We already miss the sound of him in our shop.

John and Maria recently bought their first house and were on their way to pursue the American dream. They had to buy a house pretty far away from the shop due to high prices around this city. They commuted 2 hours one way to work. They never complained about it and were always early to work and here every day ready to work. Everyone here at work decided to do this for her. We hope this is something you can help with and give Maria a little less to worry about during this tragic time.

Please help this young family.