North Carolina Mother, Fiancé, and Her Two Young Sons Die While Fleeing Hurricane

She pictured Derrick asking for his favorite snack, cookies, and graham crackers, while Harmony would come looking for the special boiled white potatoes her cherished “papa,” made for her.

Sadly, this future was cut short. The Taylors believe Derrick and Harmony passed away instantly. Now, the family is grieving their loss and appreciates the public’s prayers and support.

Herbert wrote on Facebook on September 28, 2024, “I wanna thank everybody for the calls txt and all the luv and prayers we been getting it really means a lot to us at this difficult time much luv to yall [sic].”

On September 30, 2024, Crystal also spoke out, “Hello everyone, I wanted to reach out to everyone and say that nothing has went [sic] unnoticed and me and my family appreciate all the love that has been shown to us during this time.”

The Taylors have also been receiving financial support from well-wishers via Herbert’s cash app $Rick4715. A GoFundMe page organized by Brittany Price and Jenna Barefield on behalf of the family is also running. It has raised over $80,000 of its $100,000 goal at the time of writing.

The page reads, “Please consider giving to help the family during this incredible loss with funeral expenses as well as finding new housing and everyday expenses. They also have their oldest daughter to care for.”

With more than 1000 donations received, the Taylors are deeply thankful for the outpouring of financial support, prayers, and kind gestures from their community.