Malachi Tyler Henningham tragically passed away recently, leaving his community in deep mourning. Vanessa Rider, a close associate, shared the sorrowful news on Facebook, expressing her heavy heart and announcing that a celebration of Malachi’s life will be arranged soon.
A GoFundMe campaign has been launched by Vanessa Rider to help cover the expenses for Malachi’s memorial and support his family. The fundraiser aims to raise $25,000 to handle the costs of a viewing in Phoenix, AZ, and to transport Malachi’s remains to Florida for burial. As of now, $450 has been raised from 11 donations, with the highest donation of $125 coming from Amina Doukoum.
Malachi’s mother, Leisa Rose, is the beneficiary of the fundraiser and is in charge of the final arrangements. The funds will also support Malachi’s 2-month-old son, Messiah, ensuring his immediate needs and future well-being are taken care of.
Malachi’s passing has deeply affected those who knew him. Friends and family have expressed their condolences and support on social media. Yolenta Walker confirmed the tragic incident, mentioning that Malachi was indeed the victim of a recent shooting. Many, including Heather Casali-Lahr, Kimberly Conner-Estrella, and Ariana Garcilazo, have offered their heartfelt sympathies to Vanessa Rider and Malachi’s family.
Vanessa Rider’s Facebook post encapsulates the collective grief and determination to honor Malachi’s memory: “With a heavy heart, in loving memory til we see you again Malachi.” The community’s response underscores the need for support during this difficult time, highlighting the importance of coming together to aid those in mourning and ensuring Malachi’s legacy lives on through his son, Messiah.
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