Waylon Painter, Gate City, VA—The tragic passing of Waylon Painter has left his family and friends heartbroken. Waylon, a loving father, son, brother, and friend, passed away in a fatal car crash on October 2nd, 2024, at the age of 22. His family and friends are struggling to come to terms with the sudden loss.
Waylon had just witnessed the birth of his daughter 12 days before the accident. His graveside funeral and burial took place on October 7th, 2024. His brother, Bill Painter, has taken the responsibility of organizing a fundraiser to help cover the costs of Waylon’s funeral services and headstone. Bill shared on social media, “Please share this around. I’m raising money to pay off the funeral expenses for my brother’s funeral services and headstone so we can more readily assist in raising his two daughters, to the best of our abilities, in his absence.”
Donations have begun to come in, with an anonymous donor contributing $250 and Julian Monroy-Trueblood donating $100 to the campaign. However, the family still needs more support to help cover the outstanding expenses. Bill expressed deep gratitude for those offering their assistance, as he and his mother are left with the financial burden of paying off these costs.
Friends and community members have also shared their memories and condolences. Tyler Ray posted, “I remember riding the bus with both of you back in school, Waylon will be missed and you all will be in my prayers.” Others like Andrew Richard and Aliyu Kolapo Zulu expressed their sympathy and desire to support the family during this difficult time.
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Waylon Painter. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family as they navigate this incredibly tough period. May they find strength and peace in the support of their community.
Short Summary of Waylon Painter
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Waylon Painter |
| Date of Passing | October 2, 2024 |
| Fundraiser Created By | Bill Painter |
| Goal Amount | Not specified |
| Amount Raised | $350 |
| Location | Gate City, VA |
| Purpose | Funeral expenses, headstone, and support for Waylon’s two daughters |
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