Creamation and memorial

My name is Cindy Ruggiero. My daughter-of-the-heart, (foster daughter), Connie Reynolds Ballard Leshuk passed unexpectedly on Friday Nov 25. She suffered a life-long struggle with mental illness and substance abuse. She tried so hard to fight the battle but she lost. She was a wonderful, warm, happy young lady who lived for her children and family. She suffered as a young child from abuse and neglect as well as substance abuse on the maternal side of her family. She leaves behind her 2 sons, Logan, just turned 18 last week, who has had to become her legal next of kin, and Sef who is 8. She also leaves behind her step-daughter, Lily who is 15. Lily's father also passed along with Connie. The family would appreciate any donations of money or prayer.

The funds will be used for her creamation and memorial service.