The late Lil Damon, only 16 years of age, was tragically shot and killed early Saturday morning, June 22nd, 2024. The community and his family are grappling with this devastating loss, especially his father, Damon, who is now faced with the heart-wrenching task of arranging his son’s funeral.
Thomas Baker, Damon’s cousin, has taken the initiative to support his family by organizing a fundraiser to cover the funeral expenses. He has set up a GoFundMe campaign with a goal of $3,000. As of now, only $20 has been raised from a single donation.
Thomas shared a heartfelt message on Facebook, expressing the family’s grief and plea for help. "Hi everyone! My name is Thomas. One of my cousins just lost his son, he was only 16 years of age, shot and killed early Saturday morning, June 22nd, 2024. I’m here in support of my cousin Damon, ‘Father’, to raise money for funeral costs for his son, Lil Damon. May the Lord touch your hearts in helping our family."
The fundraiser highlights the deep emotional impact of Lil Damon’s untimely death on his family. In his touching tribute, Thomas wrote, "Missing You Always: You never say, ‘I’m leaving,’ you never say goodbye. You were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why. In life, I loved you dearly; in death, I love you still. In my heart, I hold a place that only you can fill. It breaks my heart to lose you, but you didn’t go alone. A part of me went with you, the day God took you home."
The community is being urged to come together to support Damon and his family during this incredibly difficult time. Every donation, no matter how small, is a step toward helping them manage the financial burden of Lil Damon’s funeral and memorial.
Thomas Baker emphasizes the importance of collective support and compassion. "Join in Remembering of Lil Damon," he appeals on the GoFundMe page, inviting everyone to contribute and share in the family’s grief and remembrance.
In this time of sorrow, the family clings to their faith and the hope that the community’s generosity will help them navigate through their loss.
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