A friend's nephew, who has been deployed in Iraq with the U.S. Army has recently suffered a tragedy.
On December 4th Alex Shew and his wife Cassie were expecting their first child. Nevertheless, MaKenzie Michelle Shew was born on November 8th. She weighed 6 pounds 6 ounces and everything about her seemed healthy. MaKenzie was released from the hospital earlier than expected. Because MaKenzie was born early Dad (Alex) was unable to get back from Iraq in time for her birth.
This past Sunday Alex and Cassie awoke to discover that McKenzie had passed away. Although the autopsy results are not complete the death is being ruled a case of SIDS.
As an active duty soldier in the Army, money is very tight for Alex and Cassie. They simply do not have the money for MaKenzie's funeral expenses. Alex has received an interest free loan from the government so that he and Cassie can have their daughter's funeral. Alex has not asked anyone for help; nevertheless, his Aunt (our friend) has set up a memorial fund to help pay for the loan.
I know that all of you will keep Alex and Cassie and this entire family in your prayers as they go through this troublesome time. I hope that you may find it in your heart to send a few dollars to help Alex and Cassie pay for their beautiful little girl's burial. I have included the information below if you can help.
Thank you for your love, support and prayers. Remember to give your little ones an extra hug and kiss this evening and thank God for His blessing on their lives.
Donations can be made by mailing a check or money order made out to MaKenzie Shew Memorial Fund to:
MemberSource Credit Union
10100 Richmond Ave
Houston, Texas 77042
Account Number: 659850-4
Alternately, you may drop off your donation at any of MemberSource Credit Union's branch offices or a Shared Service Credit Union location. To find a branch or Shared Service Credit Union location near you go to the following web address: http://membersourcecu.locatorsearch.com/index.aspx
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3 comments:
Gosh, that is just horrible ~ I cannot imagine. My thoughts and prayers are with them and I will see what we can do about sending them some money.
Will try and get it down there this weekend.
Hugs to them.
Cindy, I want to thank you for putting this out on your blog. you wrote it up beautifully. As the Aunt in your story,I think the world of you for doing this. Alex and Cassie are getting through as well as can be expected and are appreciative of all the prayers.
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