Help the Lowrys in a tough time

Chris unexpectedly lost one of his closest friends whom he considers family. He and his wife Tia , need to fly to Michigan to pay his final respects to a dear friend and influence in who is is today. Unfortunately it is not a financial option at the present time . I am hoping to not only raise enough to fly the two of them home, but to cover his bills and expenses while missing work so that he can do what he needs to without adding more stress to his life .