06/03/2026
This post is written by my mom for her bestfriend Christina Merrill ❤️💓
"As many of you know, Christina has endured more heartbreak and hardship over the last several years than most people could ever imagine. It began with the devastating loss of her newborn daughter, followed by the heartbreaking loss of her first-born son. Shortly after, she suffered a heart attack, a stroke, triple bypass surgery, and a heart valve replacement. Since February, Christina has been in and out of the hospital battling multiple complications related to her heart surgeries, and she is now hospitalized again with a very serious blood infection.
Through all of this, Christina has also been raising her beloved granddaughter while being unable to work due to her declining health and ongoing medical challenges.
If you know Christina, then you know she would never ask for help herself. She is one of the strongest, kindest, and most compassionate women I have ever known. She would give anyone the shirt off her back if they needed it. I have been blessed to call Christina my friend for nearly 38 years, and throughout that time she has always been there for others, offering support, love, and encouragement whenever it was needed.
Christina is a proud and independent woman, but right now she truly needs the love and support of her community. We are hoping to raise $1800 to help ease some of the financial burden she is facing while she focuses on healing. These funds will help with rent, utilities, transportation to medical appointments, childcare expenses for her granddaughter, and other essential household bills.
I kindly ask that there be no judgment about someone needing help during such a difficult season of life. Christina has spent her entire life caring for her children, supporting her family, and helping others whenever she could. Now it is our turn to help her.
Any donation, prayer, share, or kind word means more than you know. If you know Christina, we would also love for you to share your favorite memories, stories, or photos of her. We plan to read them to her to help lift her spirits and remind her just how loved she truly is.
This week, Two Moms Diner will also have a donation jar available for anyone who would like to contribute in person. Every dollar, every prayer, and every share makes a difference.
Please keep Christina, her granddaughter, and her family in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate this incredibly difficult journey.
I am starting this fundraiser to assist my dearest friend and soul sister, C… Desaray Hayes needs your support for Support Christina Merril’s Healing & Family
