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On behalf of my siblings and myself, I’m reaching out during one of the most painful chapters in our lives. Our family is grieving the sudden loss of our mom, Patti. She was the heart of our family, and her passing has left a hole that will forever be impossible to fill.
Our dad, Jon, is now facing life without his wife of over 50 years. They were married before my mom even turned 18. They built a life rooted in love, hard work, and absolute strength. Losing her has been devastating—and it comes after an unthinkably hard stretch of time. In just the past year and a half, my dad has lost his grandson, his father, and now his beloved wife. The weight of that grief is something no one should have to carry alone.
If you know our dad, you know he’s as strong as they come. He has worked tirelessly his whole life—mostly self-employed—doing whatever it took to support our family. Do you need gas money? He’s handing you the $20 in his pocket. Need a car while yours is in the shop? He’s got one to lend. Roof leaking? He’s on the ladder. Lawn needs mowing? He’s already there. That’s who he is.
He’s the kindest, most generous, most prideful human I’ve ever known. He has never asked for help, no matter the circumstance. But now, he deserves the chance to take a breath—to put himself first for once, and to grieve his wife without worrying about how to pay for end-of-life expenses.
We are asking for help on his behalf to raise funds to cover our mom’s end-of-life expenses. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference. And if you can’t give, a simple share is just as meaningful.
Thank you for reading, for caring, and for standing with us in this time of deep sorrow.
With all our hearts,
The Willis kids