David Price, a resident of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, passed away suddenly, leaving behind a heartbroken family and community. His mother, Kristi Harris, expressed her deep sorrow on Facebook, revealing the extent of her devastation. "When I woke up this morning, I was ready to meet my son and grandkids for breakfast, to start my Mother’s Day Celebrations! Little did I know that God had other plans!" she wrote. She described David as "a good son, a wonderful father that loved his children more than life, a loving, funny, good-natured man who was good to everyone he met."
The loss has profoundly affected the community, as friends and family shared their condolences and memories of David. Kristinia Wolfenbarger, a close family member, said, "I love you so much bubba. RIP you amazing man! We have your kids and mom. Watch over us and guide us as we raise them to your liking." Nikki Perry added, "Today was hard. He really was the best funniest, kindest person with the best hugs. I love you, mom."
Devin Makarewicz, David’s brother, has set up a fundraiser to help cover the costs of a proper burial, highlighting the family’s financial struggles. "I hate the fact that I am even having to write this. And that I need help in giving my brother a proper burial," Devin wrote. The fundraiser details that David struggled with mental health and drug addiction throughout his life and that their mother is terminally ill with stage 4 COPD.
Community members have been quick to support the family, with donations coming in, though they are still far from the $3,000 goal. Messages of support and prayers continue to pour in from friends and acquaintances. Cindy Brewer expressed her feelings, "Kristi Harris my heart is absolutely shattered for all of you! I’m sending big hugs and lots of prayers for all of you!"
The family, while grieving, is focused on ensuring David’s children feel the love and support their father would have wanted. As the community rallies around them, the memory of David Price — his kindness, humor, and love for his children — remains a beacon for all who knew him.
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