Utah Mother Dies After Raising $1 Million for Her Children's Future

Erika Diarte-Carr, diagnosed with terminal cancer, sought financial security for her children through a viral GoFundMe campaign.

Erika Diarte-Carr, a single mother from Utah, passed away after battling stage 4 small cell lung carcinoma.
Diagnosed in May 2022, Carr later developed Cushing Syndrome, exacerbating her health challenges.
Her GoFundMe campaign, initially set to raise $5,000 for funeral expenses, gathered nearly $1.2 million.
Funds raised are intended to secure her children's financial future, with plans for a trust fund.
Carr's story gained widespread attention, highlighting her resilience and the global response to her plea.