Dear Friends, Family, and Kind Strangers,

Jon Mansfield is presently in a coma and battling for his life in the University of Kentucky's ICU. On September 28, Jon underwent cardiac arrest, an event that halted his heart. CPR was promptly performed in an attempt to resuscitate him. It is with profound sorrow that we have learned Jon has sustained an anoxic brain injury as a result of the cardiac arrest.

Jon is a devoted husband to our mother, a father to five, a grandfather to one, and a friend to many. As you can imagine, this sudden and heartbreaking event has upended our lives. Jon has always fully embraced his role as a father and paternal figure in our family. He often says, "My blood may not run through your veins, but that's not necessary for me to be your dad."

Jon's love for his children is only surpassed by his love for our mother. We often joke, "No one likes those two as much as they like each other." People still inquire about how long they've been dating, despite being married over 15 years. Words cannot capture the pain our mother is experiencing. She has been keeping a constant vigil by Jon's bedside, praying for a miracle. She has not left his side for more than a week. Our mother insists she will not leave until Jon is able to walk out alongside her.

Jon has always been the head of our home and the leader of our family. Jon has unfailingly and without question always been here for us. He's the cornerstone of our family. Our foundation. Our rock. His love, compassion, kindness, and strength have always carried us through.

It's now our time to support him. Jon and Mom have just returned from California. Jon is the family's sole earner, while Mom homeschools our 12-year-old brother. They're living with our oldest brother, Skyler, as they plan their next steps. Their savings have dwindled since this ordeal began. Skyler has stepped in to fill Jon and Mom's shoes, including caring for our youngest brother. These obligations, in addition to his desire to stay at the hospital with the rest of our family, has prevented him from working. As of the beginning of this week, he has exhausted his PTO.

The journey to recovery is lengthy and arduous. As Jon often remarks, it's a marathon, not a sprint. His condition necessitates comprehensive medical attention. However, there is encouraging news to cling to: despite being unconscious, Jon is breathing independently. He is autonomously maintaining all his organ functions, only his kidneys showing a need for additional assistance. His blood tests are returning normal results. Jon reacts to stimuli and, at times, to our mother. He appears as though he might awaken at any moment.

Jon is currently uninsured. Despite being a dues paying member in good standing of the IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) for almost 20 years, his local recently informed us he lacks the necessary hours for insurance coverage. He is also ineligible for any type of disability through the IBEW. Unfortunately, they said, there's nothing they can do.

The cost for the ICU room, ventilator, dialysis, and other services exceeds $10,000.00 daily. Jon and our mother have been informed they do not qualify for assistance such as Medicare, owing to their recent relocation. Efforts are underway to identify rehabilitation centers specializing in brain injuries, aiming to provide Jon with the best possible opportunity for recovery, as he would do for others.

We are appealing to our family, friends, and community for assistance with medical bills, travel costs (flights home/driving from Somerset) and with other daily expenses such as food. Most importantly, we seek support to guarantee that Jon receives the highest quality care, giving him a significant opportunity for recovery. He deserves nothing less.

Every contribution, regardless of size, can have a meaningful impact on Jon's path to recovery. If donating isn't an option for you, sharing this campaign within your network is a powerful way to support us in reaching a wider audience.

Lastly, we ask for your prayers for Jon's complete healing and recovery. We ask you envision him healthy, full of laughter, and slappin' the bass.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness, support, and prayers.

With gratitude,

The Mansfield Family