Funeral Service for Joseph Bettencourt

There aren't enough words to describe how immensely hard it is to start this fundraiser. My brother Joseph has suddenly and tragically passed away and my family and I are humbly asking for help to give him the farewell he deserves.

My baby brother was a special, gentle and loving soul. A good man, brother, Tio, son and friend. He saw the beauty and good in people and things that most would overlook. He was smart, resourceful, respectful and cared deeply about his animals, his loved ones, his community, and the good people he had in his life. He was an amazing artist, poet, collector and die hard Niner fan.

I don't know why he was taken from us, but my family would like to honor my brother the best way we can. To give him the light and love he gave to all of us and uplift his beautiful spirit from now until the end of time. My family and I appreciate all your kind words and prayers and ask that you all honor my brother the best way you know how. We humbly ask that you contribute what you can and continue to keep my brother and our family in your prayers.

Please check on your people. Don't wait to tell them you love them. Joseph afforded everyone the grace and understanding they needed in their lives. Spread that love and light to those around you because there are so many of us who desperately need it.

I ask that you all raise your glasses, your tree, your light and your prayers to my brudder, the one and only Joe Camel. I pray for peace and hope for all of you hurting and feeling the loss we do. Please help us us celebrate his life and eternal presence the way he deserve.

Although I cannot speak for any other fundraisers that may be out there, I can guarantee that this one will be strictly used for their intended purposes and personally monitored and kept under the account I have opened in his honor.

Joseph Anthony Bettencourt, ibae bayen tonu, may you walk in the light, love and grace of Olodumare, y que nuestro Egun te compañe y te cuide siempre mi hermanito querido. I promise to save all the spiders...

Thank you.