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 It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Jess Gonzales III, who entered eternal rest on October 10, 2026.
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 Jess was a beloved father, grandfather, son, and brother whose loss has left a deep void in the hearts of his family and loved ones. As we navigate this incredibly difficult time, our family is coming together to honor his life, cherish his memory, and give him the peaceful and dignified farewell he deserves.
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 We are humbly asking for donations to help cover Jess’s funeral and memorial expenses. Any contribution, no matter how big or small, would mean so much to our family and help ease the financial burden during this heartbreaking time. If you are unable to donate, sharing this fundraiser and keeping our family in your thoughts and prayers would also be deeply appreciated.
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 From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your kindness, generosity, love, and support as we grieve the loss of someone so dear to us. Your support means more than words can express and will help us lay Jess to rest with the love and dignity he deserves.
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 Rest peacefully, Jess. You will forever be loved, deeply missed, and never forgotten.
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<div>This GoFundMe is in honor of my dear friend, Rachel Bowling.

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<div>Four weeks ago, Rachel and Garrett welcomed their daughter, Sylvie, into the world via C-section and began the journey of recovery and new motherhood. She was doing everything she could to heal and adjust—but yesterday, April 11th, everything changed in an instant.

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<div><strong>Without warning, Rachel's surgical incision ruptured, leading to a life-threatening emergency where her intestines became exposed, resulting in immediate emergency surgery.</strong> She is now facing a prolonged hospital stay and a full restart to her postpartum recovery process.

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<div>As an ICU nurse, Rachel is used to being the one who shows up for others in their hardest moments. She expressed the recent events felt incredibly humbling as she now finds herself in a position where she actually needs to ask for help.

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<div>Because of this unexpected complication, Rachel has exhausted her PTO and does not have the financial cushion to cover the additional time off, mounting medical expenses, and provide basic living needs as she recovers and cares for Sylvie.

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<div>We have decided to set a goal of raising <strong>$10,000 to help Rachel bridge this gap and allow her the time she needs to heal properly without the added stress of financial strain.</strong>

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<div>If you feel led to support, whether through a donation or by sharing this page, it would mean the world to her. If you’re not in a position to give, your prayers, encouragement, and support are just as appreciated.

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<div>"Thank you for being part of my village during a time I truly need it." -- Rachel

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<div>Stephen Darwin has been far more than a teacher and coach—he is a devoted husband, a loving father, a faithful Christian, and a cherished friend to many. For over 30 years, he has poured his heart into countless students and athletes across the schools where he has taught and coached. Known for his tough but fair approach, Stephen combines discipline with a down-to-earth personality, a sharp sense of humor, and a remarkable ability to see the best in everyone. A man of integrity with a heart firmly rooted in faith, he has touched lives in ways that will be felt for generations.
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<div>Stephen now faces his toughest challenge yet: a terminal cancer diagnosis. Doctors have given him limited time, and while his body grows weaker, his spirit remains strong. He is determined to spend every possible moment with his loving wife, Tara, and their three beautiful children, Sara (husband Glenn), Alex (fiancee Riley), and Taylor.
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<div>The reality is that cancer not only robs you of health, but also brings overwhelming financial strain. Medical bills, lost income, and the costs of providing for a family are mounting quickly. We want to rally around Stephen the same way he has always rallied around us—whether on the sidelines, in the classroom, or in life.
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<div>Your donation will help cover:
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<div>* Household bills to keep the family stable
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<div>* Allowing Stephen to spend his remaining days focused on love and family, not financial stress
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<div>Stephen has always been the one cheering others on. Now it’s our turn to cheer for him and his family. Every gift, big or small, will make a difference. Even if you can’t give financially, please share this page and keep the Darwin family in your prayers.
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<div>Thank you for helping us honor a man who has given so much of himself to others.
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Support Stephen Darwin's Fight With Cancer

<div>We filmed a movie! And we lived to tell the tale. Over the summer, we filmed for 5 weeks on our feature film <em>Videovore</em>. We captured some amazing footage, and it’s all thanks to our incredible cast and crew, and our amazing supportive community–YOU! It was an ambitious shoot, and the resulting film is nothing short of a miracle. We can’t wait for you to see it!
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<div>Right now, we’re in the post-production phase, editing the film and moving closer to the day when we can premiere it to the world. But filmmaking is a marathon, not a sprint. There are still several more steps along the way before it is ready. Once we have a final cut that we’re happy with, we’ll do the sound mixing, color grading, visual effects, and music. It’s a lot, but we knew what we were signing up for when we began this journey.
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<div>We’ve had several people reach out since production to let us know that they missed out on the opportunity to contribute to the project during our initial GoFundMe phase. Back in May, we were able to raise over $10K to help pay for catering, crafty, etc. to help fuel our incredible team during production. That was HUGE, and we’re so grateful for the support.
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<div>As we move into this next phase of the project, we’re extending our campaign to supplement post-production costs and beyond. Your contributions will go a long way toward making <em>Videovore</em> the incredible film that we already know it is.
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<div>Our support levels are broken up into three tiers. If you already pledged in Phase 1, you are eligible for the perks listed below:
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<div>$1 to $249 — Special Thank You in the film credits
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<div>$250 to $499 — Invitation to a special screening (date TBD) and <em>Videovore</em> swag bag, plus previous giving level benefits.
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<div>$500 to $1,000 — <em>Videovore</em> Q&amp;A Reception with Filmmakers &amp; Signed Poster, plus all previous benefits
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<div>Looking ahead to 2026, we’ll be submitting to several high-profile film festivals, and those will incur their own fees and travel expenses once we’re accepted. There are also things like licensing fees, insurance, and hiring a publicist to help us make a big splash during our festival run. <em>Videovore</em> is the epitome of a grassroots project, and we hope to make you all proud when it premieres.
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<div>And with that, we just wanted to say, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you. Even if you aren’t able to contribute right now, just sharing the project with your friends is a tremendous help. If you do end up contributing, or you did during our first go-around, you will have access to our private Instagram behind-the-scenes account. Now that we’re in a groove with post-production and not mired with the shoot, we’re going to start releasing photos and videos more regularly. Also, we plan to organize some early Birmingham screenings for our supporters. You could be one of the first people to see <em>Videovore</em>, and even give us feedback on how we can make the best possible version of this film!
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<div>The fact that any film gets made is a miracle, and especially so for independent films. Our film came to life thanks to the support of people like you. Help us push <em>Videovore</em> over the finish line! Let’s show the world what Birmingham film is all about.
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<div><strong>PHASE 1 of our GoFundme campaign (May 2025):</strong>
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<div>We're making a <strong>movie</strong> this summer and we need YOUR help!
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<div>Who are we? We are Dan King and Ryan Kindahl, known collectively as <a href="https://obsoletemedia.co" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Obsolete Media</a>, along with our merry band of filmmakers from Birmingham, AL.
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<div>The movie is called <em>Videovore</em> and it's about a professional organizer named Charlie who is at odds with his wife Olivia about starting a family. That is, until they discover an infant VCR creature with a voracious appetite.
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<div>The movie is a throwback to 80s Amblin films like <em>E.T.</em>, <em>Gremlins</em>, and <em>*batteries not included</em>—complete with a practical puppet character created by <a href="https://kreaturekid.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">KreatureKid</a>!
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<div>Making this film is going to be a BLAST! And we cannot wait to share it with you once it is done. We've assembled an incredible team of storytellers and craftspeople—the <strong>very best</strong> in the business. But that team's gotta <strong>eat</strong>, which is why we are asking for your money dollars.
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<div>Yes, we could feed them <strong>pb&amp;js</strong> and <strong>pizza</strong> for 20 days, but these folks are <strong>professionals</strong>, which means their palates are more refined. Only the best sushi and organic, single origin, fresh ground, pour-over coffee for this crew.
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<div>But seriously. Food is expensive! We want to eat <strong>healthy</strong>. And water is expensive. We need to stay <strong>hydrated</strong> in the oppressive heat of an Alabama summer. Bottom line: we want to take care of our people. And we want to <strong>support</strong> the community.
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<div>We are filming in Birmingham for a reason. And that reason is because we <strong>believe</strong> in our city and its potential to become a destination for <strong>world-class</strong> filmmakers around the globe. We put this belief into practice by investing our production budget back into our home—including supporting local businesses. So, if you're able to throw us a couple of bones, you'll be helping make a <strong>special</strong> project happen AND supporting the film industry in Birmingham. It's a win/win!
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<div>To show our appreciation, you'll be invited to access our private <a href="https://instagram.com/videovore" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram account</a> where we'll post <strong>behind-the-scenes</strong> of the making of the film. You'll also get a <strong>special thanks</strong> in the credits. How about that?
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<div>Hi everyone, Sundae's mama here.

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<div>I am beyond devastated and heartbroken to share that <strong>Sundae has started showing signs of losing the battle with cancer.</strong> I took her to the vet because she developed a cough, and I really thought it was going to be something minor like allergies or even kennel cough. I didn't think it would be related to cancer because she appeared to be doing so well, but unfortunately, her x-rays showed her chest is full of tumors to the point her doctor is giving her only a few weeks to live. She has been fighting this horrible disease for 2 years, and has put up an incredible fight and is still fighting. <strong>This GoFundMe is to ensure when it's her time to leave this earth, I can give her a beautiful memorial as well as providing quality end-of-life care.</strong> Sundae is my baby, my heart, my world, the center of my existence, and I want to make sure during this time and after this time I can properly honor her. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart.

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<div>So much love,

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<div>Monet &amp; Sundae

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