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A deep sorrow envelops the Cuban community following the news of the passing of Arley Sánchez Rosell, a 29-year-old young man who was found dead in Houston, Texas, under tragic circumstances.
The family of Arley, originally from the town of Álvarez Mólamas, also known as Naja, in the municipality of Sibanicú, Camagüey, immediately launched a campaign to , so that his mother and loved ones can say their final goodbyes.
“We are raising funds for Arley's funeral and the transfer of his body,” wrote one of the organizers of the fundraiser, Raydel Martínez, highlighting the urgency of the situation on GoFundMe.
In social media, friends and family expressed messages of solidarity and calls for help. “Anyone who can contribute a little to help send my little brother Arley to Cuba, so that his mother can say goodbye in person to her only son, thank you,” requested a moved Rogelio Piña in a Facebook post.
The response was swift: within just hours, the Cuban community both inside and outside the island managed to gather the necessary amount to cover the transportation expenses. “The fund has been fully raised. Thanks to the Cuban people, to the emigrants located in different parts of the world, thanks to the followers who shared, and to all the people who contributed in any way,” celebrated the user Gipsy Azúcar on social media.
The pain of loss intertwines with gratitude for the solidarity that made it possible to fulfill the family's wish: for Arley to return to his homeland to rest alongside his loved ones.
"His kindness, his spirit, and his love will always live in our hearts. May his memory inspire us to care for one another and keep the hope for brighter days alive," expressed loved ones in an emotional farewell message.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Death of Arley Sánchez Rosell and the Solidarity of the Cuban Community
Who was Arley Sánchez Rosell and what happened to him?
Arley Sánchez Rosell was a 29-year-old Cuban young man who was found dead in Houston, Texas, under tragic circumstances. The Cuban community came together to raise funds to transport his body to Cuba, where his mother and loved ones wish to say their final goodbye.
How has the Cuban community responded to the death of Arley Sánchez Rosell?
The Cuban community, both on the island and abroad, has shown great solidarity by quickly raising the necessary funds to transfer Arley's body to Cuba. This act of unity has made it possible to fulfill the family's wish for Arley to rest in his homeland.
Why is it common to see fundraising campaigns for Cubans who have passed away abroad?
Fundraising campaigns like Arley's are common due to the economic difficulties and the lack of resources faced by many Cuban families to repatriate the bodies of their deceased loved ones from abroad. These acts of solidarity have become an essential tool to cope with the high costs of funeral and transportation services.
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