A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to bring the WWE fan who passed away during WrestleMania 42 weekend back to the UK.
Marc Izard (43), who traveled from the UK to Las Vegas for WWE WrestleMania weekend, was reported missing after he failed to board his flight back home and stopped communicating with his family. However, authorities later confirmed that he passed away on April 18.
Izard’s sister, Kelly Hall, had confirmed on Facebook that he “passed away quickly from natural causes related to his underlying medical conditions.” Now, she has launched a GoFundMe, aiming to raise £30,000 to bring her brother back home to the UK. The campaign has raised £12,388 so far, with WWE’s Natalya and AEW’s Gabe Kidd among the top donors.
The campaign’s description read:
“On Saturday, April 18th, our lives changed forever. Our beloved brother, Marc Izard, passed away in Las Vegas while doing what he loved most—attending WWE WrestleMania weekend.
“Marc wasn’t just a spectator; he was a staple of the wrestling community. From his childhood days to his travels across the globe, Marc’s life was defined by his passion for the ring. Whether it was supporting local independent promotions or traveling for the “Grandest Stage of Them All,” Marc lived for the energy, the stories, and the idols he met along the way.
“The Heart of a Superfan Marc spent his life following the sport that inspired him. He was a familiar face to many in the indie scene and a dedicated WWE fan who cherished every moment spent ringside. Tragically, after attending Friday Night SmackDown, Marc’s journey came to an unexpected end.”
The WWE fan’s family hopes to give him a proper send-off
“Marc passed away far from home. As a family, our priority is to bring him back so we can give him the send-off he deserves, surrounded by the people who loved him.
“However, the costs associated with international repatriation and funeral arrangements are overwhelming. We are reaching out to the wrestling community—the “Wrestling Family” that Marc loved so much—and to anyone who knew him, to help us bring him home.”
The WWE fan’s family has also promised to donate any remaining amount to charity.
How You Can Help:
- “Donate: Any amount, no matter how small, goes directly toward the costs of bringing Marc home and his funeral services.
- “Share: Please share this page on social media using #BringMarcHome and tagging the wrestling promotions or personalities Marc followed.
- “Memories: If you have photos of Marc at shows or stories of meeting him in the crowd, please share them here. We want to celebrate the joy he felt for the business.
- “Charity: Any remaining money raised will be donated in Marc’s memory to the following Charities; Diabetes UK & Addenbrooke’s Hospital Charitable Trust & The Make A Wish Foundation all charities he supported.”
“Marc traveled the world for wrestling. Now, we just want to bring him home one last time. Thank you for your kindness, your prayers, and your support. The Izard family & friends.”
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