I’m reaching out with a heavy heart to ask for help giving a proper burial to someone who meant the world to me—Diane Taylor.
Diane passed away in March 2025 at the age of 68. She was my neighbor and my best friend. I met her when I was just 16, and from that point on, we shared a deep, beautiful bond. Diane welcomed me into her world. I would visit her every day. we’d sit and talk for hours about her youth, her life, and her dreams. I helped her with whatever she needed: tidying up her home, caring for her yard, feeding her dogs. She became family to me in every way.
But now, after all the love she gave, Diane is still lying in a hospital morgue for three months after her passing. She has not been laid to rest.
For the past 20 years, Diane had been estranged from her family. After her mother passed away, conflict over who would inherit the family home caused a painful divide. Since then, Diane had no contact with them. And now, in her death, her next of kin—are unable to lay her to rest.
Because no one claimed her body for over 90 days, the fees for morgue storage and medical expenses have now grown to over $30,000.
I am only 18 years old, and I don’t have the resources to cover this cost on my own. But I cannot bear to let Diane’s life end like this forgotten and unclaimed. She gave me so much love, wisdom, and guidance. She was like a grandmother to me, and I promised myself I would do everything I could to make sure she’s laid to rest with love, respect, and dignity.
Please, if you are able to help even a few dollars would mean so much. Every cent will go toward Diane’s hospital and morgue fees and toward finally giving her a peaceful burial.
