Dawnett J Lewis Osbourne, a beloved member of the Kingston, Jamaica community, passed away unexpectedly on June 24, 2024. The news of her untimely death has left her family and friends in mourning and has prompted a call for support to cover her funeral expenses.
Dawnett’s passing was sudden, and her family is struggling to cope with both the emotional and financial burden. Christine Ashley, a close family member, has organized a GoFundMe campaign to help raise $11,000 for the funeral arrangements. As of now, $250 has been raised from three donations, with contributions from Martha Vaughn, Arlene Anderson, and Jeron Rowland.
Shen McKenzie shared a heartfelt message on Facebook, appealing to the community: "Dear friends and family, I appeal to your generosity as we lay to rest our cherished Dawnett J Lewis Osbourne, who left us on June 24, 2024. Your kindness in contributing to her burial fund would be a ray of hope to my family in this dark time. Remember that every bit counts, and sharing this with others would be a wonderful act of compassion. Let us unite in sending her off with love and dignity. Thank you for your consideration and support."
Tony Tate also expressed his condolences on Facebook, saying, "My deepest condolences to all families at this difficult time."
Dawnett leaves behind her loving husband, Stanley Osbourne, who is also from Kingston, Jamaica. The family is reaching out to the community for support during this challenging period. Christine Ashley, who is organizing the fundraiser, emphasized the need for monetary help due to the unexpected nature of Dawnett’s death. She urged anyone willing and able to contribute to share the campaign and offer any support they can.
The community’s response has been heartfelt, but there is still a long way to go to meet the financial goal needed for the funeral. This collective effort highlights the importance of community support in times of grief and the far-reaching impact of coming together to help those in need.
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