One of my really close friends, Luke Sears, passed away Saturday morning (8-13-2016).

He had been going through a lot of emotional stress and traumas, and the burdens got the best of him. He committed suicide that morning, only 21 years old. He was a Marine Reservist, a gamer, and a strong soul.

I had awoken to a message from him that he sent at 3 am, and tried desperately to get in contact with him, calling friends that lived near him, contacting the police, calling and texting him, whatever I could do, but it was too late.

His family is choosing to hold a private service, so the least I can do is try to help a grieving family is to set up this crowd-funding page.

You don't have to give anything, just paying respects is more than appreciated, though if you could do so, please do it here: http://www.walkersfuneralservice.com/obituaries/Luke-Sears/
. The family can see any messages left there, and you can leave flowers for the funeral, hand delivered by a local florist.

I'm starting this fund as a surprise to the family, and once the campaign ends, I will send all the funds to the family.

Thank you for any kind words or donations or flowers you send. Rest in peace, Luke.

The asking amount is purely from looking up the average funeral cost in North Carolina, and adding a small amount to cover the fees of justgiving. All money will be sent to the family.

Again, please feel free to post kind words and send flowers on the page here: http://www.walkersfuneralservice.com/obituaries/Luke-Sears/