Remembering Jake McKinlay

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Given by 290 generous donors in 14 days

A page to support Jake's Mum Gayna and their whanau.

Manawatu / Whanganui

On Monday 20th December, 2021, a son, grandson, nephew, godson and friend to so many - was tragically taken from this world in a car accident on his way home.

Jake Tyrone McKinlay, 20 years of age with his entire life ahead of him. A talented, kind and always wore a smile a mile wide. A hard working and determined young man who lit up the basketball courts as well as any room he walked into.

Jake leaves behind his amazing mumma, Gayna, who will have to navigate a way forward without her SONshine. Her absolute world.

We have set up this page to support the whanau in the coming days and weeks as they prepare to farewell this beautiful young man.

Please support in any way you are willing and are able, please accept our gratitude and humble thanks on behalf of Gayna and the family.

E moe e tama, rest Jake. You will always hold a special place in the hearts of so many.

Basketball Manawatu's involvement (page creator)

I am Tess Petley, family friend of Gayna and Jake.

Use of funds

Funeral costs and all costs associated with supporting his mum to grieve her beautiful boy. ACC is expected to provide some support to the family also.

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Latest donations

Ash
Ash on 04 Jan 2022
Miss you Jake ❤️
$20
Pari Whaanau
Pari Whaanau on 31 Dec 2021
Our heartfelt condolences to you all. Arohatinonui the Pari Whaanau x
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Jag
Jag on 31 Dec 2021
Exceptional and well loved young guy
$200
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 29 Dec 2021
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Mariah
Mariah on 29 Dec 2021
Manuia lau malaga, Jake. Sending love to all who loved him. x
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Paying to a verified bank account of Gaynor Mckinlay
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This campaign started on 21 Dec 2021 and ended on 4 Jan 2022.