Israel "Izzy" was the most genuine and loving person you could ever meet. His smile could light up an entire room. He encouraged everyone, from strangers to family, and when he spoke to you, he made you feel like you could accomplish the impossible. He was a talented musician, and if given the chance, would have been a superstar.

On the morning of Friday, January 12th, he was taken from us due to gun violence. He was murdered by someone he once called “friend”. This tragedy has not only affected our entire family, but also the community of Battle Creek. You can spend hours scrolling on social media to see all of the beautiful remarks from family and friends. He will NEVER be forgotten.

We have created this GoFundMe page to humbly ask for your support. Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a difference in helping us give Izzy the proper goodbye he deserves. The funds raised will go directly towards expenses to support the family during this time.

We understand that times are tough for many, and any support you can provide is immensely appreciated. If you are unable to contribute financially, please consider sharing this campaign with your social network. Even a kind word or gesture of support means the world to us during this challenging time.

We want to express our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you who can contribute or offer your support in any way. Your generosity will not only help us alleviate the financial burden, but also provide comfort knowing that we are not alone in this journey of saying goodbye to our star, Izzy.

Thank you for your love, kindness, and support.

With heartfelt appreciation, Nicole Mattison (Izzy’s older sister)