Help Tom & Katie celebrate the life of their mother

On Sunday, December 22, 2024, my mother Joann Van Howling passed away unexpectedly due to complications from multiple strokes. She was a wonderful mother and an incredibly hardworking person.

My sister Katie and I are the only surviving family members, and with Katie currently between jobs, the responsibility of covering my mother’s final expenses has fallen to me. Unfortunately, I do not have the funds to do so.

Thanks to my mother’s cousin Karen and her children, her cremation services are being covered. We plan to hold a private celebration of life once our goal is reached. Any remaining funds will go toward bills and necessary home repairs.

We are incredibly grateful for your support during this difficult time. Thank you for your generosity.

Words by Tom Van Howling & Mike DeBisco