Dear friends and compassionate supporters,

I am reaching out on behalf of my best friend Ashlee Fischer to ask for your help in supporting her and her family, who lost her father to cancer on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 . This has been an incredibly challenging time for Ashlee and her family, both emotionally and financially. As we all know losing a loved one is already so hard without the financial stress left behind.

Mark was a loving father and Ashlee’s sole parent. He loved to spoil her and was so proud of the woman and mother she’s become, he was a cherished friend to all those he connected with, a pillar of strength for everyone who knew him and an amazing grandfather who loved spending time with his grandkids.

The doctors delivered some very hard news and gave Mark a timeline of 6 months to a possible year, just shy of 2 months ago. Although the family knew what was going to eventually come, the rapid response of his cancer left no time to prepare for this tragic loss in their family . Mark had a long battle with cancer and fought every step with courage and grace.

We are hoping to help raise funds to cover some of the costs of funeral expenses to provide some financial relief to The Fischer Family as they navigate through this difficult time. Your support, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference for her family and is greatly appreciated.

If you’re unable to donate at this time, just sharing this post may be all the help we need. Together, we can help ease the burden on Ashlee’s family and honor the memory of a wonderful man and father.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity.

With gratitude,

Bridgette Gaebelein