The late Kendra Wilkerson was from Atlanta, Georgia. The community and her family are struggling to prepare her burial and support her two children, so this news is devastating. Kendra’s father, James Wilkerson, is fundraising for her funeral and children. He has described their struggle due to unanticipated insurance issues.
For his daughter’s burial and her children’s financial needs, James Wilkerson created a GoFundMe campaign. Raising $15,000 is his goal. The insurance firm is refusing to pay Kendra’s claim after her untimely death within two years, making her policy contestable. Since the family is already grieving, this has added to their burden.
"Her policy is contestable," the donation page notes, describing the family’s dilemma. "My daughter died within two years of receiving the policy, so the insurance company is not honouring it," James explains on GoFundMe. This is crucial to me because I want to bury my daughter and leave something to her children, as she desired. Please help us since we cannot afford it.
The community has rallied around the fundraiser, but we still have a ways to go. This project reflects a father’s desire to fulfill his daughter’s goals for her children and a request for funding. "To God be the Glory!" James emphasizes their spirituality and gratitude. Very thankful.
Despite individual pain and bureaucratic callousness, this fundraising effort shows the necessity for collective togetherness in crises. It also illustrates the often overlooked issues families face when insurance fails to protect them. Fundraising highlights the far-reaching consequences of insurance on mourning families.
Note:This post was written and edited by Leah Mitchell, based on their expertise and research. It is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. We welcome your feedback and questions on this content. Please feel free to contact us.