Supporting Pei’s Family During Their Time of Loss

With heavy hearts, we share the tragic news of the passing of our dear colleague and friend, Pei Geng, on July 13, 2024. Pei passed away while out on Barrier Lake, Kananaskis Country (news link). She was a devoted single mother to a pre-teen son and the sole caregiver to an elderly mother. Her sudden passing has left her family devastated and struggling to cope with this immense loss.

On that heartbreaking day, Pei’s innocent, expectant pre-teen child was amongst the first to receive the devastating news and, out of necessity, had to translate and convey the heart-wrenching information to his grandmother due to her language barrier. The trauma and sorrow of experiencing such a loss in such an intimate way are beyond words.

Pei was an active, loving mother who cherished nature, hiking, and exercise. She worked tirelessly to provide the best education and living environment possible for her family. She was not only a pillar in her family but also a cherished member of our community and workplace. Her positive spirit, dedication, and kindness touched many lives. Her passing has not only left a void in everyone’s hearts but also immediate financial challenges and barriers for her loved ones. We hope to carry forward her legacy by supporting her family in this time of need.

The fund will be used to support the grandmother and child by covering essential expenses directly accessible to them, such as those needed for funeral services, necessary legal fees, day-to-day bills, and educational assistance for her son. Your generous contributions will help them navigate this incredibly difficult period.

Your support is invaluable to us during this time of grief. Whether through a donation or sharing this campaign, every act of kindness helps the family to cope with their loss. If you can contribute financially, any amount will be deeply appreciated and will significantly help us honor Pei’s memory.

Thank you in advance for your support for this deserving family. Your contributions will make a meaningful difference in their lives.

Notes:

This fundraiser has been set up on behalf of Pei's elderly mother to overcome her language barrier. All funds raised are directly deposited to her account: Approximately 97% of each dollar raised goes to her, with the remaining 3% to cover GoFundMe fees. Donors can also choose to add an optional “tip” to support the GoFundMe platform. If you are interested in providing support for the elderly grandmother and child in other forms, please reach out to the fundraiser organizer to connect with the family.