Fund established for girl, 2

SANDUSKY — A fundraiser seeks to raise money for the family of a 2-year-old girl who recently passed away from complications of kidney disease. Antonia Maria "Luna" Griggs, a girl in the local area with community connections, was born with autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease, a rare genetic disorder that causes cysts to grow in the kidneys during fetal development, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Jessica Heagney, Luna's relative and organizer of the fundraiser, said that Luna passed away on July 18 at the Cleveland Clinic's main campus from complications from surgery for her kidney disease. "Luna was full of light, laughter, and love," Heagney wrote. "She brought joy to every moment — whether it was her smile or the sparkle in her eyes when she played with her favorite toys." Heagney created the fundraiser on July 21 and set a temporary $6,500 goal. She said the money raised will be used toward funeral expenses and final medical bills. As of Tuesday afternoon, the fund has raised a little over $2,000 of its $6,500 goal. "We are asking for help as we try to give Luna the peaceful, dignified farewell she deserves," Heagney said. "We are trying to raise $10,000 to cover funeral expenses, final medical bills, and the costs surrounding this heartbreaking loss." Want to donate? Search for "A Loving Farewell for Sweet Luna" on gofundme.com.