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Hello. My name is Jim Smith. I've had the pleasure of knowing Rudy Flores for over 3 years. He was a skilled carpenter and granite master who never disappointed me with his excellent work. In addition to his fine work, he also impressed me by treating people fairly and with respect, and by supporting his parents and family in Honduras.
Rudy was married in the last year and his dream of being a father came true just 2 months ago when his daughter was born. His hard work was paying off and he had everything to look forward to. Tragically and so unexpectedly, Rudy was killed on Tuesday morning last week as he was picking up a friend to go to a job just like anyother morning. Unfortunately Rudy encountered the friend's neighbor who was armed and dangerous; and Rudy was shot and killed as he was getting out of his truck. Rudy didn't even know the neighbor.
Rudy's family needs our help immediately, which is why I have brought this cause to your attention. I contributed the 1st $1,800 to this memorial fund and will contribute another 5% of the total money raised by this fundraiser to help Rudy's wife, daughter and family.
Those of you who know me know that I am an honest and hard working attorney who will make sure that every penny raised by this worthy cause is received by Rudy's family; particually by his grieving widow to help her and her newborn child through these very difficult times.
Any amount that you can afford to contribute from $5 to $5,000 is deeply appreciated and absolutely needed at this time. I know we can reach my goal of $20,000, and I pray that we can raise at least twice that amount by working together! Who knows what our generosity can make possible for Rudy's 8 week infant daughter? With love, hope, support and opportunity anything is possible!
If anyone comes to mind who you think might also want to help Rudy's family, please don't hesitate to forward this on to them. Thank you. Thank you very much.
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