Jeffrey Fonder, Byers, CO—The community is deeply saddened by the unexpected passing of Jeffrey Fonder. His loss has left a profound impact on those who knew and loved him. Known for his kind heart and the warmest of hugs, Jeffrey was a beloved friend, brother, and son whose presence touched many lives.
Sharon Akin shared her grief on Facebook, expressing how she and Wyatt Akin are devastated by Jeffrey’s passing. "Wyatt spent the day navigating this nightmare with Jeff’s mom, Cindy Kvidt, and some pretty great people from Dempsey’s," Sharon wrote. "Jeffrey’s community has thankfully swooped in and set up his celebration of life on Monday at the Sanctuary at 3pm. We loved him so much. Even when he pushed us away because his pain and grief from losing his brothers was so hard to push through. Jeffrey gave the best hugs. He called me his little sister."
The news of Jeffrey’s passing has led to an outpouring of sympathy and support on social media. Melanie Quam Ziegler remarked, "You sure know a lot of young people who have died tragically. So sad…" Brandy Beaton also expressed her sorrow, stating, "Oh no! I’m so so sorry!!! Man this is heartbreaking news. I love you cousin, hang in there!!!!"
The Dempsey Family has organized a GoFundMe fundraiser to assist with the expenses of Jeffrey’s cremation services and travel for his loved ones. As of now, $1,440 has been raised out of a $10,000 goal. The top donation of $500 was made anonymously, alongside other contributions from those wishing to honor Jeffrey’s memory.
A celebration of life service is scheduled for Monday, August 19th, at 3pm at the Sanctuary Event Center. The community is invited to come together to remember Jeffrey, share their love, and support his family during this difficult time.
We extend our deepest condolences to Jeffrey Fonder’s family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you navigate this immense loss.
Short Summary of Jeffrey Fonder
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Jeffrey Fonder |
| Date of Passing | Recently |
| Fundraiser Created By | Dempsey Family |
| Goal Amount | $10,000 |
| Amount Raised | $1,440 |
| Location | Byers, CO |
| Purpose | Cremation expenses, travel costs, and celebration of life service |
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