Help for Melissa, Graysen, Ivy and Zoey

On February 18th we lost our beloved friend, husband, and father Eugene (Gene) McCormick leaving behind his incredible wife Melissa McCormick (Winstead) and their three young children Graysen (10), Ivy (4), and Zoey (4). The unexpected passing of Gene due to a medical condition has been a shock to all and an unspeakably difficult reality for the family. Both the McCormick and Winstead families are heavily grieving this painful loss. Melissa has a wonderful community of family and friends and she will need everyone’s support on this long road ahead. With three young kids to raise and her own grief to navigate, any monetary help will be deeply useful in allowing time and space for the whole family to process and heal while maintaining some sense of normalcy and routine for the kids’ sake. On top of the unimaginable heartbreak of losing Gene, his missing income will significantly impact Melissa and the childrens’ livelihood, as his salary made up more than half of the family's finances. Meeting this fundraising goal will help keep this family of 4 afloat while Melissa works to further her career/salary to make up for this lost income. It is not in her nature to ask for this much help, so please know that your contribution will be sincerely appreciated and efficiently utilized. These funds will go to funeral costs as well as mortgage, food, bills, and kid's activities. Thank you for supporting this dear family as they enter the most challenging time they’ve known. No gift is too small to show your love and support.