Aid for Villafranca Family After Tragic Loss

Hi guys ! My name is Ryan DeWeese. Those of you that follow me, know I lost a good friend of mine a couple weeks ago. Also, if you know me I never ask for help, I almost always try to fix it myself or help by myself. But this is a different situation. I’m raising funds to help his family. On July 22 Eleazar Villafranca was killed in a helicopter crash in Iowa. This is our industries worst fear and an absolute nightmare for the family. The way the industry works they make the life insurance premiums so high pilots can’t afford it. Which leaves the families in a tight spot. This was one of the best humans you would ever meet. Never not smiling and would go above and beyond to help anyone. He was such a great father, loved his kids unconditionally. He was married to the love of his life Rucio. I can’t explain how much this family means to me and also to anyone who crossed paths. He was widely known in the industry for being one of the best pilots ! . So here’s what I’m asking for ! I started this to help the family cover bills and costs these first trying months. They have plans moving forward but as we all know it takes time and money to get back on your feet.

Please help me support His wife and kids.

He leaves behind his Wife Rucio , son Eleazar Jr, Daughter Briza , and son Elian. Elian is a gift from god ! He is highly autistic but has a heart of gold. But he takes extra work and love and therapies.

So please …. If you can help , it would mean so much. Everything helps. Let’s help this family during the hardest battle they have had to endure. I will transfer all of the money to his wife Rucio at the end of this fundraiser, to use as they see fit, moving forward.

Thank you

Ryan DeWeese