Dear friends, kind-hearted strangers, and community members,
I am reaching out today with heavy hearts to ask for your help in supporting the Hughes family during the loss of their son.
Despite the hardships Jared faced in the later years of his life, he was a kind, gentle soul who never lost his sense of humor or his love for others. He touched many lives in quiet, meaningful ways—even while enduring unimaginable struggles.
Unfortunately, due to his circumstances, Jared (Steel) had no savings. His passing has left his family not only heartbroken but also struggling to cover the costs of a proper funeral and burial—something every person deserves, no matter their situation in life.
We are asking for $7,500 to help cover the cost of the funeral service, transportation, burial, and a modest headstone to mark Jared’s final resting place. Every dollar, every share, and every kind word means the world to us.
This is our chance to give Jared (Steel) the dignity in death that he was so often denied in life—and to remind one another that everyone matters.
Thank you for reading, for caring, and for supporting through this difficult time.
With love and gratitude.