The late Chris Avila was a beloved father, husband, son, and brother from Rancho Santa Margarita. His sudden and tragic death on Sunday, June 23, 2024, has left his family and friends in deep mourning. Chris was the pillar of his family, providing unwavering support and love to his wife, Claudia Flores-Avila, and their two children, Diego and Alondra. The community is now rallying to support them through this difficult time.
A GoFundMe campaign organized by Jennifer Hsiao aims to raise $50,000 to cover funeral costs and provide financial assistance to Claudia and the children as they navigate life without Chris. So far, $3,030 has been raised from 25 donations. The top donations include $500 each from Helen Jarnigan and Jennifer Hsiao, with Connor Kilian contributing the most recent donation of $10.
Victor Cazarez, Chris’s nephew, posted a heartfelt message on Facebook, urging friends and family to help lay his uncle to rest. He described Chris as a family man and a good husband to his Aunt Claudia. Victor acknowledged that Chris was not perfect but emphasized his dedication to taking care of his family. He expressed his gratitude for any type of donation, reflecting the collective grief and need for support.
"Please Facebook family, if you guys can help us lay my uncle Chris Avila to rest. He was a family man and a good husband to my Tia Claudia. Was he perfect? No, but he did what he had to do to take care of his family. Please, any type of donation helps. I will appreciate it, heck my whole family would appreciate it. He was my mom and Tia Arleen’s little brother. Thank you, guys," Victor wrote.
Chris’s sudden passing has left his family struggling not only with the emotional burden but also with the financial challenges of moving forward without their main provider. The community’s support through prayers, donations, and shared memories is a testament to the impact Chris had on those around him.
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