Stephanie Marie Rodriguez, a Florida woman has tragically died following a boating accident.

Rodriguez’s death occurred on Thursday, November 7th, 2024, her family announced. A GoFundMe has been started to raise money for her funeral expenses and other unexpected costs.

Organizer Mia Rodriguez, of Hialeah, Florida, wrote on GoFundMe: “It is with heavy hearts that we share the devastating news of the passing of Stephanie Marie Rodriguez, who tragically lost her life in a boating accident yesterday. Stephanie was a kind, loving, and playful person whose warmth touched everyone she met. To know her was to love her. Her sudden departure has left her family and friends heartbroken and struggling to comprehend this immense loss.”

She asked for help from friends and all those who loved Steph to step in and help ease the burden on the family at this difficult time.

At the time of publication, the GoFundMe for Stephanie Marie Rodriguez had raised approximately $20,000 out of its $25,000 goal.