The late Craig Shepard passed away unexpectedly in the early hours of Friday, 28th June, just hours after celebrating his 61st birthday. The suddenness of his death has left his family and community in shock, with many still awaiting answers as to the cause.
Craig’s daughter, Aliyah Shepard, has taken to social media to share the heartbreaking news and to organize a fundraiser for his funeral. She expressed the family’s deep sense of loss and their desire to give Craig the send-off he deserves. "We all miss dad more than words could ever explain. Let’s do him proud," she wrote.
The fundraiser on GoFundMe, titled "In loving memory of Craig Shepard," aims to raise £3,000 to cover the funeral expenses. As of today, £275 has been raised from 12 donations. Aliyah, the youngest of Craig’s children, highlighted the unexpected nature of his passing and the family’s struggle to cope with the loss.
Donations have been coming in from friends and community members, with Paige McKenzie contributing £100 as the top donation. Keiran Button made the first donation of £20, and Elliot Hillery recently added £5 to the cause. Each contribution is deeply appreciated by the family as they navigate this difficult time.
Aliyah’s Facebook post has garnered many comments from friends and family, expressing their condolences and sharing memories of Craig. The community’s support has been a source of comfort for the Shepards as they mourn the loss of their beloved father.
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