Dear friends of Susan Parke and Dedy Ward,

I am writing to ask for your help for our dear Sarah Swietzer. Sarah cared for my mom, Susan Parke, so joyfully and generously as she struggled with cancer, treatment and end of life.

Sarah was truly amazing to our entire family as we dealt with the tragedy of losing my mom. After my mom died, Sarah remained a caregiver and very dear friend to Dedy Ward. Some of Dedy's happiest times after my mom died were thanks to Sarah's patient and kind friendship. Sarah stayed with Dedy at his bed side quite literally until his final breaths. There is no finer human on this planet:)

My family will be forever grateful to Sarah and we love her like family.

Today, through no fault of her own, Sarah is facing a devastating financial crisis. She really needs our help. The stress of her current situation has drained her joy and kept her from returning to her art, which is not only her passion but essential for her well being.

I created this "go fund me" with hopes that the community of friends around my mom and Dedy could come together and help provide Sarah with some stability and ease during a very, very difficult time. Lord knows she has given that and so much more to my family, and so many others.

Please join me in providing some financial support to dear Sarah Swietzer. She has selflessly helped so so so many people. She is a kind person, a gifted artist and has a huge heart for helping others. It is my hope that we can now help her!!!!

Please give if you can. Thanks everyone:)

with love,

Megan Parke (daughter of Susan Parke, step-daughter of Dedy Ward)

PS--If you would like to know more about Sarah's situation feel free to contact me!