Ruston, Louisiana – Keith Grimes, a beloved uncle and cherished family member, tragically passed away suddenly, according to a GoFundMe campaign created by his niece, Roshima Brown.
The fundraiser, which aims to cover the cost of a proper burial for Grimes, reveals that he passed without life insurance, leaving his 81-year-old mother unable to afford his funeral expenses.
The heartfelt plea for community support describes the grief felt by his family, particularly his mother, who is left mourning the loss of her son.
“Hi, this is my uncle Keith Grimes’s who died suddenly,” Roshima Brown wrote on the GoFundMe page. “He has no insurance, and his mom has no money to bury her son, so I’m asking for the community to come together and help us raise money for a proper burial for my uncle who we all loved so dearly.”
The fundraiser has already raised $20 from a single donation, with the goal of covering the funeral costs for Grimes and providing his family with the opportunity to honor his memory properly.
Community members have expressed their condolences, offering words of comfort as the family navigates this difficult time.