Laredo, Texas – Ricardo Davila, a dedicated truck driver for 47 years, tragically passed away on August 27th while working in Aurora, Illinois. His daughter, Valentina Davila, has organized a fundraiser to help bring her father back home to Laredo for his final rest.
The family is facing significant financial challenges in covering the costs of transporting Ricardo’s body back to Texas and the funeral expenses. As of today, the fundraiser has raised $790 out of the $8,000 goal from nine donations.
Valentina Davila, who is the youngest daughter of Ricardo, expressed the family’s desperation in this difficult time, stating, "The only thing we want is to bring our father back home to rest. Any help will be greatly appreciated."
Several individuals have expressed their condolences and support on Facebook. Victoria Solis shared, "My dad passed away while working in Illinois and we don’t have the sufficient funds to bring him home and lay him to rest, so anything is appreciated." Rick Davila responded to her post, showing support by saying, "Done."
The fundraiser continues to seek donations, with contributions from individuals such as Homero Escamilla, Juan Sanchez, Jose Valdez, Lucia Juarez, and Ray Davila, who have collectively helped raise funds to bring Ricardo Davila home.
The family is deeply grateful for any assistance during this challenging time. Those wishing to contribute can do so through the ongoing fundraiser organized by Valentina Davila.