It is with a heavy heart that I am writing this today. On Christmas Eve, 12/24/22, my best friend's son, Ralphie, age 23 was in a tragic car accident. He sustained an irreversible brain injury and is currently on life support.

We all have been given the honor to watch Ralphie grow to be the most caring, compassionate, funny, gentlest, kind, and respectful young man. Ralphie could brighten anyone’s day with his inviting smile and bright blue eyes. Right before this tragedy, Ralphie and his long-time girlfriend Dominique were blessed with the news he is going to be a father. This incident has shattered many hearts.

Ralphie is a son, a brother, a soon-to-be father, a grandson, an uncle, a boyfriend, a nephew, a godson, a cousin, and a friend to many.

I am starting this go fund me to get donations to assist his family, our beloved friends, Richard and Melanie Perez with upcoming expenses that will result from this tragedy. This has been extremely hard on them, and we ask if you would like to donate, you may do so here or contact me or Andrea Carrion. Also, if you have any questions, please contact us directly as we‘re trying to give the family some privacy.

On behalf of the family and our blended family, we thank you in advance for any and all help you can provide.

God Bless!

Team Ralphie ♥