On Sunday, July 17, my brother's wife Brenda (32 years old) died suddenly and unexpectedly from a brain aneurysm. She left behind a loving husband (my brother Josh) and their beautiful 2-year-old daughter, Victoria. I am writing this note and making this fundraising request to help our family pay for the funeral expenses.

Brenda's passing has had a devestating effect on both my brother and our family, and right now we are all just struggling to begin to pick up the pieces. Trying to handle the sudden loss of his wife, the idea of raising his 2-year-old on his own, paying the mortgage on his newly purchased home (4 months ago) and now funeral expenses has been overwhelming to my brother. So please, if you can find it in your heart to help him and us manage the expense of this unexpected and horrific tragedy it would be very much appreciated.