Support for Kevin Kevon Byars Jr.'s Final Journey

My nephew, Kevin Kevon Byars, Jr. was born on New Year's Eve (December 31, 2024). It was known that he would come earthside needing surgery to repair a diaphragmatic hernia he was diagnosed with while in utero.

Kevin made his debut at UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA and had surgery shortly after he was born. Since his New Year's Eve 2024 birth, little Kevin had been a patient in the UVA Health NICU receiving round-the-clock care and fighting to stay with us.

KJ, as he was affectionally nicknamed after his father, eventually had to be placed on life support after it was revealed that his lungs were not functioning as they should and thus, resulting in him not being able to breathe unsupported.

KJ's days were touch and go, his nights were tough and unfortunately, KJ passed away on January 15, 2025.

While we are completely heartbroken, we find comfort in knowing that little KJ is being cradled by our Lord and Savior.

With little KJ being born and receiving care at UVA Health, we are faced with the cost of transporting him back to the Richmond area in addition to the impending funeral cost and possible medical expenses.

We are asking if you can find it in your heart to assist with these expected cost, we would greatly appreciate any assistance you are able to provide.

“Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning”...

Although we are hurting, KJ is resting in perfect peace, without pain.