Hi, I need your help putting mom to rest next to dad. I'm Douglas and I'm trying to raise enough money to have a traditional burial and to obtain a memorial marker for my mom, Phyllis. My mom's life support was removed after 3 weeks at St. Lukes Hospital after suffering a catastrophic stroke.

The cremation has occurred but funds are still needed for the actual burial of the remains and the memorial marker. I wish to bury her next to my father here in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, at Cedar Memorial.

Losing a parent or a child is probably the hardest thing anyone will ever experience . That alone makes asking for help especially difficult. Her dog Toto misses her dearly too.

This is a humble plea for financial help from compassionate and generous individuals. Any contribution, from $1 to $50 would be greatly appreciated. No donation is too small. Even a $2 contribution will help. This is very personal for me to honor my mom. Thank you very much. Her Son, Douglas