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Grandpa Just Passed – Help Me Get Home

Hello, I’m a 29-year-old woman grieving the recent loss of my beloved grandfather, who passed away at the age of 90 due to illness.

Growing up, I didn’t have the opportunity to live near my grandparents. My parents fled Rwanda due to war and raised me in West Africa. At age 19, I moved to Kenya to pursue my university studies—and it was during this time that I was finally able to travel to Rwanda and meet my extended family. I was 20 when I met my grandfather for the first time. It was love at first sight. He welcomed me with warmth, and we formed a bond I will always cherish.

Earlier this year, I was able to visit my mother and siblings in West Africa after seven years away (first in Kenya, then in the U.S.). That trip was made during an unpaid leave of absence, as I had to be with my family after my father passed away in December 2023.

Shortly after returning to the U.S., I began receiving heartbreaking updates about my grandfather’s declining health. He had been diagnosed with prostate cancer. In his final days, he could no longer eat or drink and lost a significant amount of weight. It was incredibly painful to witness his suffering from afar. He passed away peacefully last Sunday morning.

I long to return to Rwanda this June to be with my grandmother and support my family as we honor his memory together. Unfortunately, after taking unpaid leave recently, I cannot afford the trip. A round-trip flight is estimated at $1,400–$2,000, and I am budgeting a total of $3,000–$5,000 for travel and related expenses.

If you feel moved to support this journey of love, healing, and remembrance, I would deeply appreciate your generosity. Donations can be made through this link:
👉 https://paypal.me/safariyes?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US

Thank you so much for reading my story. Every contribution, big or small, means the world to me.

 

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Tragic loss of my Grandfather on my wedding day

On August 10th, 2024, my grandfather who was a fit and healthy 63-year-old was devastatingly hit with a stroke, this happened during our family reunion which happens every year. As a family we were all sharing stories and showing gratitude for our family staying together despite all the struggles over the years.

Grandfather who always had something to say and would give the most bellyful laugh during our reunions was unexpectedly silent, one moment we saw him standing and in the next few seconds we saw him lose his balance and fall over almost hitting his head we all rushed over to check on him and that’s when we tried asking him if he was okay due to the heightened emotions of the situation it was not noticed at the time that half of his face was drooping but was immediately apparent was that he wasn’t able to talk.

We called the ambulance, and he was rushed off to the hospital where his checks were done, and they updated us that he had a severe stroke. As a family we banded together to be a support system to our grandfather and ensure he gets his medical bills paid and makes a speedy recovery or so we hoped… After some time, the hospital allowed us to take him and instructed that he will be requiring physiotherapy, and regular check-ups at the hospital. About a week after having him back in his home we were very supportive and ensured he attended all his physiotherapy sessions as a means of staying positive and providing hope that he would one day be back to normal and he able to walk, talk and have his freedom back.

Over time it was clear that the stroke started to affect more than his mobility, speech and cognitive ability. He started to become very depressed, just take a moment to consider being a classic man who was very hardworking, name almost any hands on profession and he had done it, my grandfather was an excellent tailor, drove taxi at nights to make extra to feed and look after his children and wife, he used the land he had to farm and raise livestock he was determined to do what was necessary to provide for his family. Not only that, he was very kind and well respected person in his community, if someone needed help or temporary accommodation he would find a way to support them along with my grandmother they were a power couple one with the will to overcome all obstacles to provide for family and his wife with a heart of gold willing to give away her last in order to help someone in need. After the stroke he became a shell of himself unable to complete simple things like eating food, hold a cup, having a conversation even his signature belly laugh he was no longer able to despite following all the medical advice and ensuring he had regular check-ups and physiotherapy he wasn’t getting any better and no sign of him recovering anytime soon.

He was my Grandfather but he and my fiancé at the time soon to be husband, became very close my husband would sit with him trying to have conversations, assist him with his mobility and personal care, in that time they became very close and he decided we should continue to do our best to support grandfather’s recovery and also to ease the burden off the rest financial  we took full control of his medical treatment of over $30,000.

My husband and I paid for his medical bills and physiotherapy each month meanwhile saving for our wedding that was booked for 19th of March 2025 and despite doing both was a extreme struggle we felt we had a duty to get Grandfather to make a full recovery. For a moment picture a beautiful sunny day by the seaside it was our wedding day, and everyone was getting ready for our big day. Things were not going according to plan on our day, but we still focused on us becoming on in marriage and having all our family there to witness our union it was a very special moment. We did our dance entrance into the reception hall music and laughter was filling the room we danced together as officially husband and wife then sat down to overlook all our guests and family members. Due to the busyness of the day this was the first time we had a moment to admire and look at who attended but I noticed I couldn’t see my Grandfather at all he wasn’t at the tables and he wasn’t in his wheelchair outside so trying my best not to worry or think negatively I turned to my husband and leaned on his shoulder he asked if I was okay, I replied

“I don’t know why I feel so uneasy even though we just had such a special moment and one of the greatest days in my life.”

It wasn’t long afterwards a close friend of the family came to our table and whispered in my ears that they had received really bad news. As this was our special day I didn’t want to hear any bad news so I requested that they would tell me later; another minute passed and I looked around started to see my grandmother, mother and aunt all burst into tears so I rush over to see what was wrong and it was then I was informed that my Grandfather had passed way. The shock hit me so hard that I was hit with a panic attack for the first time in my life, my chest became extremely tight, and I felt like I couldn’t breathe and was gasping for air it was my husband that had to snap me out of it with his embrace and words.

Ultimately, my family and I are still devastated to lose our Beloved Grandfather so suddenly in a time that was supposed to be special… the situation we were in was just about scraping by to make our wedding possible and still looking after Grandfather while he was here all his treatments and medical bills, now we are in a serious dilemma not knowing how we will afford to his funeral expenses. We have no savings left and we are reaching out for help…

This was very difficult decision to make and our last resort as we as people do not like to ask for help even when we need it, even if it means suffering but I am choosing to come and boldly ask if anyone can reach out to us and help to pay for my Grandfather’s funeral even if its only $1 any help will be greatly appreciated from the bottom of our hearts we sincerely need the financial help.

We have contacted many funeral homes and prices for the lowest packages start from $7000 all the way up to $14000, currently we can’t even afford the lowest priced packages and even with everyone trying to put together with the cost of living now its really hard to even save 500 dollars a month, hence why we are seeking help, I will attach my PayPal link below for anyone who wants to help. We appreciate your time, and consideration may God bless you all.

My Paypal link

paypal.me/shandavis13

 

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A Headstone for my Angel

I lost my sweet,beautiful son three years ago, this month, He was taken from us by a young boy whom he had taken under his wing, as he did so many kids in our neighborhood. He was found in his car ,less than a block from our home, by his (14 months younger) brother and his (6 year elder) sister. Our family was shattered and, to be honest, I still can’t tell you how we survived loosing him but miraculously,  we are still here. Victim’s compensation and my job, at the time, paid for his services in full but to say that our family has struggled financially from the emotional toll would be an understatement.his siblings managed to go back to work and continue living but I have never been back to work and I don’t get out of the house much but on occasion I will venture out, down the street to visit my sweet boy. But it breaks my heart because he is the only grave without a headstone because neither party covered that and I  just haven’t been able to acquire (roughly) $2000.00 at one time to get him one.

I have always felt heavy hearted anytime I was at a cemetery and came upon an unmarked grave. It felt like whomever it was had just been abandoned and the world had forgotten that they were ever here. I am humbled now because that couldn’t be any farther from the truth.

I am not prideful when it comes to my family. I see the pain in my children’s eyes when we go see their brother because they know that I know he deserves a headstone but they never say a word. Please,help me give my sweet ,beautiful baby the proper marker that his brother and sister and nieces and nephews can be proud of.

He gave myself and everyone around him so,so much. Please help me give my baby one final gift. Consider this my application to the Angel Tree.

Thank you so much, in advance

Paypal.me/kellycooknorooks

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Support our Family for Dominique’s Funeral

Hello everyone,

My name is Romain, and I am the son of Dominique. It is with immense sadness that I share the news of his passing after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Despite all the difficulties, he never stopped fighting, showing incredible resilience and strength until the very end. His departure leaves an immeasurable void in our lives, and the grief we feel is beyond words.

Dominique was more than just a father to me—he was my role model, my guide, and my greatest supporter. He was a man of values, kindness, and generosity, always putting the needs of others before his own. Whether it was a friend in need, a family member going through a tough time, or even a stranger who needed a helping hand, he never hesitated to offer his support. His warmth, wisdom, and love touched so many people, and we want to honor his memory in a way that reflects the incredible person he was.

As we navigate this difficult time, we are faced with the unexpected financial burden of funeral expenses. Organizing a proper farewell comes with significant costs, and unfortunately, we are struggling to cover them on our own. This is why we are reaching out today to ask for your help in raising €5,000 to finance his funeral and related expenses. This will allow us to give him the dignified goodbye he deserves and create a space where his loved ones can gather, share memories, and celebrate his life.

We understand that times are difficult for many, and any contribution, no matter how small, will be deeply appreciated. Every donation brings us closer to our goal and helps us honor my father’s legacy with the respect and love he so greatly deserved. If you are unable to contribute financially, simply sharing this fundraiser with others would already be a huge help. Spreading the word can make a difference and allow us to reach people who may want to support our family during this time.

Grief is an incredibly heavy burden, but the love and kindness of those around us provide strength and comfort. Knowing that so many people care and want to help makes this painful journey a little more bearable. We are endlessly grateful for every message, every thought, and every act of generosity.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your support during this incredibly difficult moment. Your kindness means more to us than words can express.

With love and gratitude,

Romain & Family

paypal.me/St3veThomas

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Asking for Help in an Unimaginable Time

This was the last thing I ever thought I’d have to write as I’m a proud guy and like to do everything myself and sort out any problems and issues myself but my heart is heavy, and I have no choice but to ask for help.

 

On the 24th of January, my brother-in-law tragically lost his life in a completely preventable accident. The company he worked for sent him onto the roof of a building without any safety equipment, and he fell to his death. Now, my sister is not only grieving the love of her life, but she is also facing a financial burden that neither of us were prepared for.

 

They had only been married for five short years—years that should have been the start of a lifetime together. This wasn’t something she could have ever planned for, and now, on top of her heartbreak, she is struggling with the cost of giving him the funeral he deserves. The total cost is coming to £13,000, and despite giving my sister everything I can spare, it’s simply not enough. I have been desperately searching for a second job to help, but I haven’t been able to find anything that fits around my current work schedule.

 

To make things even harder, the police have launched a manslaughter investigation, which means my sister cannot even begin to find closure. The weight of grief and financial stress is overwhelming her, and I just want to take at least one of those burdens away from her.

 

If anyone can help, even in the smallest way, it would mean the world to us. I know times are tough for many, and not everyone will be able to contribute but even just offering kind words would be deeply appreciated.

 

Thank you for taking the time to read this. I know not everyone can help, and maybe no one can, but kindness and compassion cost nothing. So from the bottom of my heart, thank you.

 

paypal.me/L0KiP0Ki

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Honoring The Greatest Man I’ve Ever known, My Father

Hi, my name is Chris. I’m reaching out during a difficult time as my family and I are raising funds to lay my father to rest after he passed away from cancer. He left behind a loving wife, two children including my sister Jazmine, and five grandchildren. This comes shortly after the loss of my older brother to epilepsy just a year ago, making it an especially hard hit for our family.

My dad was a hardworking man, a true Libra, and a kind-hearted soul who always helped others. He served his country in the Navy and was honorably discharged. He was my hero, the greatest man I’ve ever known.

Tl he diagnosis of bladder and lung cancer turned our world upside down. At first, it didn’t seem real, but as reality set in, I tried everything I could to help him—from special foods to sound therapy. I even tried to be his doctor, but it was a battle we couldn’t win. The doctors gave us four months, but the cancer took him sooner. I’m grateful for the last Christmas and Thanksgiving we shared, but his absence is an unbearable reality.

The day I realized he wasn’t coming home, I cried myself to sleep on the living room floor. It’s been incredibly hard, and now I find myself responsible for all the bills, the apartment, and his truck. The financial burden, including the cost of the funeral, is overwhelming. My family doesn’t have the means, and while I do work, it’s simply too much to bear alone.

The expenses have added up quickly, and the weight of these responsibilities is immense. Any support you can provide, no matter how small, would mean the worl, d to us and help us give my father the farewell he deserves.

Thank you so much for your kindness and support.”

Cash app @$Silentgold20

 

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For financial help

My name is haja from Gambia living in Italy with my new born baby an my husband we really need help think as not be easy for us here with home rent an bill is cool already here my baby is 7 month old we can we buy jacket for her please I no there is lots kind people they please support me with all you have we really need help I can’t just say much but god no what we are going through this is my Paypal link hdukureh720@gmail.com

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Raising Funds For My Elder Brothers Funeral

Hi, my name is Ekene Chidile, I’m here plead for your financial assistance and support for my immediate elder brother Ogorm Chidile (Richard) who was killed by a hit and run driver in the early hours or Monday morning the 9/12/2024 at Baton Rouge Louisiana USA.

He was driving home from an event when his car ran out of fuel on that rainy night, stranded by the roadside he decided to come out of his car to seek for help and there suddenly another car ran him over.  He was confirmed dead a couple of hours later by the police.

He is survived by  seven children who are currently devastated by the news and are left helpless and stranded as he is the breadwinner and sole provider for his beautiful family.

It is with deep pain and all humility that I the immediate younger brother who is now saddled with more responsibilities than I can literally handle, seek for your support to help raise funds for his funeral($18,500), family support and pay off some bills that he’s left behind($6,500) total of $25,000.  Your help will go a long way for his family in this trying moment. So I kindly ask you to click the link below to send in your support. Thank you so much for your help.  https://www.paypal.me/EkeneChidile?locale.x=en_CA

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I need help with paying for my grandmother’s funeral that cost 12,925$

Hello to anyone reading this right no. my name is Melvin Johnson, and I’m 26 years old and live in Valdosta Georgia I’d first like to start off by saying thank to anyone who is willing to help me, and to anyone who is reading this, but is unable to because of their own situation I pray you stumble right into a better one. I’m personally not the type of person to ever ask for anything, but i had to break down and do this for my grandmother who passed just two days ago for reasons unknown because detectives won’t tell me anything until someone talks to me in person, which honestly makes zero sense to me. She lives in new jersey with no family, and I live in Valdosta Georgia. Her only son who is my biological father has been in prison since i was seven years old, so sadly he couldn’t do anything even if he wanted to. I don’t even have any money to be able to catch a flight to see her or go get her belongings myself. I currently work at a Publix as a cashier and I’m working on getting my Georgia insurance license as well, but I never have any money after my pay periods because everything goes towards my bills and my child, which is why I’m working on getting my insurance license. I usually have about 120 to 100 dollars left over depending on the pay period, and that goes towards gas and whatever food I eat.

My grandma is originally from Valdosta also, but she moved to jersey when she was 19 to become a child therapist. she loved the city the entire time she was alive there, but she always would tell me she wanted to be buried close to her mom if she wasn’t married by the time she passed away, so I’m just trying to make sure I do everything I possibly could have, so I don’t feel too bad about not being able to make it happen. She wanted “Harrington funeral home” to do her service, and that’s going to cost 9,200$ for a full-service burial and that doesn’t include the embalming process. Before she even gets here apparently, she has to be embalmed before getting on the plane and that has to get done by ”Brown Funeral Home, plains field NJ”, and it’s going to cost 1,900$. it costs 250$ just to get her clothes for the flight over her to Valdosta. It costs 25$ for her death certificate, and it costs 1,550 to fly her here properly. I wanted to do a memorial service for the friends she made while living there also because a lot of them have never in life left NJ. My grandma expressed how she was always so happy to have them in her life especially since I was rarely able to visit her. That unfortunately would cost too much, and I personally don’t feel comfortable selfishly asking for more money.

this is honestly a lot for me to go through personally especially with no support system or financial help, but I’m willing to try everything i can to make this happen for her, and i greatly appreciate anyone who puts forward the effort to help me make that happen to. I also appreciate everyone who took the time to read all of this.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 My PayPal link is this. https://paypal.me/draco229?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  paypal.me/draco229

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Help me honor my best friend

I am beyond devastated and at the lowest point in my life. My best friend Nicholas of over 10 years who was like an older brother to me, had been going through a lot of mental issues and was clearly starting to spiral. While he was struggling he was even taken advantage of by a woman who ended up stealing all of his money. I was so worried about him I even quit my job to spend days on end with him to try and encourage him, get him back on his feet, and visit him in the hospital after he was admitted. I tried so hard to help my friend but unfortunately he decided to throw himself in front of a truck ending his life. It’s been especially hard to cope with since nobody made an effort to host a funeral or anything. I miss him everyday and just need a place where I can go see him but I cant afford a headstone for him. Anything would be beyond appreciated as I just want to give my friend the goodbye he deserves.

paypal.me/HonorNick

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Need Help for Funeral

My mother in-law just passed away in my house this past Tuesday.  I didn’t where to go to get help financially till I found this. I’m barely making ends meet to get by and I’m supporting my partner that’s on disability that doesn’t work.  I’m looking to raise about $15,000. Please if anyone can help I would greatly appreciate! Thank you to those that can help.

paypal.me/Dcielo77

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Financial Assistance With My Sisters Funeral Expenses

On August 14 2024 at 14:30,  I found my sister dead in her motorhome.

This was one of the worst days of my life, over the past 5 years I have buried my mom, dad, older brother, Nana, Aunty and now my sister. For the past 5 years my sister has been battling a trauma induced addiction because of the loss of our parents 6 months apart from each other. She was left to deal with both of their estates, I was in school and both out brothers were fishing ( they were both commercial fisherman ) On September 21 2022 I found my brother on our moms kitchen floor. I had called him to come help with our sister who had been placed on a hold in the hospital. I begged him to come off the boat he did on September 20th, then the next morning as I was getting ready for my bday I got a call that the ambulance was at our moms. I raced over and found my sister holding onto our brother screaming for him to wake up. That event made her spiral even further into the cruel and unfair world of addiction.

On July 11 our Nana passed away and on July 16th our aunty passed away unexpectedly. My sister went MIA. On July 19th her motorhome with her cats was towed to a property and no one new that her cats were inside. For 8 days I stayed and took care of the cats and then my sister finally showed up. For three weeks she didn’t leave my side. I fed her daily morning afternoon and night. I made sure she had what she needed (minus the narcotics). on August 1st I found out she had not been on her thyroid medication for over a month (she had radiation over 20 years ago and it killed her thyroid completely ) She needed this medication to make sure her body functioned properly. She was also on withdrawal medication to try and help her get off the opioids. She started to go into detox on the 11 and I had a doctors appointment set up for her on the 15th this was to get all her medication refilled and to get her back on a program to help with detoxing. On August 14th I showed up to pick her up and when I opened her door because she did not answer I found her laying on her bed eyes open jaw clinched, blankets pulled up to chin and she was gone. The last 5 years have taken a toll on the remainder of our family financially emotionally and mentally, I am reaching out to ask for help and I thank anyone and everyone who donates to help my family lay her to rest, Her service is September 20 2024 at 1130 am in parksville BC.

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A Cry for Help I AM Dying And I need help

I have been dealing with Lupus for 25 years and I have always taken care of myself and my two children of which one has autism. Now my kidneys are failing (end stage) and I am on dialysis, I have heart failure and I have recently been told that I have cirrhosis of the liver. I have also been taken off the kidney transplant list because my heart is too weak to withstand a transplant operation. I know that I won’t last too much longer I can feel it and my biggest worry is I have no financial means for burial services.

I have always had a job but for the past two years I could not work due to my health condition and that takes a lot out of me because I am used to taking care of myself. This situation drains me not only physically but mentally as well. I currently live in a three family house on the third floor for the past 20 years and can barely get up the stairs especially on dialysis days. I really need help with moving from here and paying for funeral services for when that day comes which I will be soon. My children are not capable to pay for it and I can’t imagine them going though that situation. I have no bond with my family because I have been on my own since I was 16 years old. Due to the fact that my stepfather used to molest me and I ran away because my mother didn’t believe me.

I have never asked for financial help from anyone because I have always been able to figure out a way but this time I can’t  and I need help desperately. PLEASE SOMEONE HELP US! Please ease my mind so that I can spend my last days stress free with my children and not worrying. This really makes me depressed and I know that doesn’t help my health situation. PLEASE HELP ME! I will be forever grateful.

I really don’t know what else to say but please feel free to ask me questions. I will try to log in every few days because I can’t log in every day because I don’t have the energy. I love life and wish that I could live to be 100 but unfortunately that’s not going to happen. SO PLEASE HELP ME at least be able to afford funeral services so that my children will be able to grieve without the stress of not being able to afford to bury their mom.

 

$IqiraRamin (my cashapp)

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End of life help

I’m reaching out with a heavy heart to ask for your support during a challenging time for our family. My dad, an Air Force veteran who proudly served for 18 years, father of 3, and grandfather of 4, is nearing the end of his journey. With only days left, we’re struggling to gather the necessary funds to ensure he receives the respectful and loving farewell he deserves.

Those who know him can attest to his unwavering dedication to his family and country. In honoring his life and legacy, we’re humbly asking for any financial assistance to cover his end-of-life care and final arrangements. Every contribution, no matter how small, will help us immensely.

If you’re unable to donate, we ask for you to keep our family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Thank you for your compassion and support.

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Aide urgente

Bonjour,

 

Je me permet de faire cette demande particulière car j’ai besoin d’aide très rapidement.

Après le décès la semaine dernière de deux personnes de ma famille.

J’ai appris qu’ils avaient des dettes, je dois rembourses leurs dettes et aussi le crédit pour tout se qu’il y à autour de leur enterrement.

Je suis dans une situation critique, je vous demande de m’aider du fond du cœur, se n’ai pas facile de faire confiance.

Je vous en supplie.

Merci.