Turning loss into love.
Bay of Plenty
On the evening of December 4th, our amazing friends Krystle & Steve Harraway lost their only son Jontae Alden to a horrible water related accident at the Poripori swimming holes. Much as we reiterate to our children the importance of water safety, children are allowed to be children and were just having fun at the swimming hole when this unfortunate tragedy hit. The family is one of the most kindest giving families we know, and no family should ever have to experience such a tragedy as this.
Jontae was such a bright light in the lives of absolutely everyone who knew him—a devoted partner, son, sibling, and friend whose kindness, laughter, and adventurous spirit will never be forgotten.
He was a fierce big brother who loved and protected his three little sisters and always had time to have a tea party with his youngest sister regardless of who may have seen.
This devastating and unimaginable loss has left this beautiful family not only grieving but also facing unexpected financial burdens during this difficult time as a funeral for a child is nothing that any family is ever prepared for.
We are reaching out to our community for support to help ease the strain as they navigate funeral expenses, time away from work, and the many costs associated with saying goodbye to their beloved son.
We are doing everything we can to be able to help and all proceeds however big or small will be given directly to the family.
ACC will provide some financial support to the family
Friends of the mother whose son has passed
Funeral expenses, cremation and all other unforeseen costs of a death.
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