My name is Lydia Mulligan-Howe and I’m the eldest daughter of the Mulligan family. We unexpectedly lost our father, Keith, on Sunday. It’s difficult to plan for a tragedy such as this, and unfortunately, we are left with quite a few pieces to pick up as we adjust. There is nothing more difficult for me than asking for assistance when I need it, and I very much wish I could absorb all financial responsibility that’s to come and carry the burden of it all, but the truth is that I can’t. I also have my own family to take care of while making sure I’m doing my best to support my younger siblings, Liam and Emma, and my mom, Noy.

Keith was 54 years old, a retired veteran of the Army National Guard. He was deployed overseas in the 2000s and unfortunately discovered he developed MS and trigeminal neuralgia. He has been battling a myriad of complex symptoms, including depression, since returning home from battle.

Any contributions made will go directly towards assisting my family during this difficult time as we try to figure out how to cope with the loss of having him in our lives. Thank you from the very bottom of my heart should you choose to assist in any way.