The late Sandra McClure, a beloved resident of Dayton, Ohio, passed away yesterday, leaving her family and community in deep mourning. Known for her caring nature, Sandra was not only a daughter, sister, mother, wife, and grandmother but also a dedicated nurse. Her recent diagnosis of Primary Lateral Sclerosis (PLS) marked the beginning of a battle her family knew would be tough, yet they did not expect it to end so abruptly.
Sandra’s daughter, Lazzara McClure, is organizing a fundraiser to cover the expenses for her peaceful rest. The GoFundMe campaign titled "Honoring Sandra McClure: Support Her Peaceful Rest" has set a goal of $900. As of today, $930 has been raised from 19 donations, surpassing the target.
In a heartfelt Facebook post, Lazzara shared her grief and the need for support: "Good morning, I’m still in shock. But below is a link to help raise money to lay my mom to rest. Anything and everything helps. Thanks for all the condolences. Thanks for any help in advance."
The community has shown an outpouring of support. Mariah Elrod expressed her sympathy, "So sorry to hear this .. prayers for strength and comfort for you and your family." Similarly, Suzette Ridenour Alexander conveyed her disbelief and condolences, "I’m so sorry to hear this. My deepest condolences and prayers to you all. I just can’t believe it. My love and prayers."
Other friends and family members echoed their sorrow and support. Raè Bond wrote, "Awww I’m so sorrrry," while Peyton Robards added, "i’m so so sorry Lazzara, sending all my love."
The fundraiser has seen contributions from various donors, with the top donation of $100 coming from Donna Stewart. Angela Fisher, who made the first donation, also contributed $100, and the most recent donation of $30 was from Eman Qeshta.
Sandra McClure’s passing is a significant loss to all who knew her. The support from friends, family, and the wider community highlights the impact she had on their lives and the collective effort to ensure she is laid to rest with the dignity she deserves.
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