Dede Lambright, Slaton, Texas – The community is mourning the loss of Dede Lambright, who succumbed to stage 4 lung cancer. Her granddaughter, Charity Phillips, has taken the lead in organizing a GoFundMe campaign to help cover the funeral expenses and support the family during this difficult time.
Dede had been battling cancer for the past year, with her daughter, Renee Sackett, providing constant care. Renee’s dedication to her mother meant she couldn’t work, leaving the family struggling financially. Hospice care had been in place for the last three months, but the recent visit brought heartbreaking news that Dede only had weeks left.
The GoFundMe campaign, "Support for Dede Lambright’s Final Journey," aims to raise $5,500 to cover the funeral costs. As of yesterday, $190 has been raised from five donations. Charity Phillips expressed her gratitude, saying, "We are asking for help to lay our beautiful Mom, Mimi, and amazing friend to rest. God bless you and thank you for your time!"
Community members have shared their thoughts and memories of Dede on Facebook. Kara Griffis, one of the donors, contributed $25, saying, "Dede was a wonderful person who will be deeply missed." Margo Sackett, who also donated $25, commented, "My heart goes out to the family. Dede was like a sister to me." Felipe Mora, who donated $50, shared, "Dede’s kindness and warmth touched everyone who knew her." Bobby Durham and Johnathon Liford, who donated $50 and $40 respectively, also expressed their condolences and support for the family.
The fundraiser reflects the community’s collective effort to support Dede’s family and honor her memory. The campaign highlights the importance of coming together in times of need, illustrating the love and respect that Dede Lambright garnered throughout her life.
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