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Fundraiser Created For 2 Little Girls Of Stony Point Murder-Suicide Victim
Friends and family members of a Hudson Valley woman killed during a murder-suicide have started a GoFundMe to help care for her two little girls.
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Rockland County resident Colleen Williston, age 35, of Stony Point, was killed on Tuesday, March 19, by 38-year-old Sean Kelly, of Stony Point during a murder-suicide.
Family friend Amanda Reese said the fundraising effort would help Williston's parents, Paula and Bob Williston, care for her two young daughters, Ivy and Violet, both under the age of 5, and set up a …
Canton Dad Suffers Traumatic Brain Injury, Family Overwhelmed By Community's Generosity
A father of two suffered a terrible fall and was in a medically-induced coma for 10 days and lost the use of his left arm, creating an "unimaginably difficult time" for him and his family.
James Mannion, of Canton, sustained a severe traumatic brain injury, resulting in significant intracranial bleeding and brain swelling, on Friday, June 9. A week later, on Sunday, June 18, his sister-in-law created a GoFundMe campaign that was immediately flooded with donations, receiving over $60,000 in only four days.
James fell while on a weekend trip with friends in Portland, Maine. He was initially …
Sudden Death Of Fairfax Dad Ray Obregon Jr. Sends Shockwaves Through Community
A community is in shock after the sudden death of a young Fairfax father just days before Christmas, according to a GoFundMe created to help support his family.
Raymond J. Obregon, Jr., 34, suddenly passed away on Monday, Dec. 19. He leaves behind a daughter, and numerous beloved family members, according to his obituary.
"Raymond was a perpetual learner, a faithful follower of God, and a proud father", stated organizer Meghan Leatherwood. "His short time here on Earth has taught us many lessons about love, forgiveness, and faith. Raymond's legacy will live on forever, especially through hi…
Prince William Mom Flown To Hospital After Suffering Stroke, Family Finds New Normal
Support was surging for a Prince William County family after its matriarch suffered a stroke at just 36 years old.
More than $25,800 had been raised as of Monday, Dec. 5 on a GoFundMe for Courtney Waters' family. According to her Facebook page, Courtney lives in Bristow with her husband, Kevin. They have three children, Colton (7), Kendall (4) and Carly (2).
Courtney was flown to INVOA Fairfax Hospital on Nov. 29 and went right into emergency surgery upon suffering a stroke, reads the campaign by Christina DePorter.
"She is hard working, kind, and an endlessly giving woman," the…
'Superhero' Mom Whose Heart Stopped During Softball Game Has Passaic County's Support
One minute, Alyssia Angel as playing softball. The next she was on the ground unresponsive.
The Haskell native and West Milford mom was rushed to the hospital Sunday after going into cardiac arrest, where she will spend the next couple of weeks for testing.
In addition to the emotional strain the incident has caused Alyssia's husband, Josh, and children, they are facing a financial one, too.
More than $4,200 had been raised for Alyssia's family as of Thursday evening on a GoFundMe.
"To the best mother, best friend, wife and literally a superwoman," Krystal Arce wrote on Facebook with a li…
Community Rallies For Ringwood Family After Dad's Sudden Death
The community is coming together to aid three Ringwood siblings and their mother whose father and husband died suddenly.
More than $2,200 had been raised as of Saturday on a GoFundMe in memory of Mark Pierce, who passed away on March 27. He was 51 years old.
Mark is survived by his wife, Veronica, and three children, Rebecca, Matthew and Stephen, the page says.
"Mark was an extremely dedicated father, loving husband, and a great friend," the campaign says. "Anyone who knew Mark knows how passionate, intelligent and easygoing he was."
All funds will go toward the family for costs associate…
