Florida Sentinel Bulletin

BY LEON B. CREWS

Sentinel Staff Writer

                 In the competitive world of hip-hop music, how do you release music that will get the attention of an audience that changes its taste practically overnight?

J-Roc Jones and Jus Henry think they have the solution.

“We capture the attention of our audience by letting them know it’s not all about the music,” said J-Roc.

“You have to be a part of the crowd you’re entertaining, and you have to be in tune with your audience..”

On August 11^th at Ybor City’s Crowbar club, 1812 17^th Street, the duo will feature a “30^th birthday album release party.”

The event will feature performances by Solo 350, J’nelle, TK Phresh, Hype Cuz, Mighty Jai, 2nice Annex, Touch The Sky Jinx, and others.

The duo said selecting the Crowbar Club for their show was great, because unlike other clubs, it is specifically set up for entertainment. As far as the album, “Refreshing,” is concerned, they worked on it for a year.

“A lot of thinking and effort went into this album. We took a step to see what was going on, but we’re so polished, we know how to put our product out there.

“Everything flows from talking with each other. We also visit other clubs to see what the other acts are doing, and how the crowd is reacting to their performance.”

J-Roc and Jus Henry said they don’t worry about taking risks.

“People are apprehensive about not following trends. People don’t think not to follow. They want to be a part of the crowd. They’re scared to take the hard road.

“We think one innovative thing we’ve done is have a live band on stage with us. It brings an entirely new piece to what we do by making the audience a part of our performance. Our band consists of the old and the new, with members ranging in age from their 20s to their 60s.”

The duo thanks PlayStation for sponsoring their show, and there will be a PS3 Bundle Raffle that will include a 160g PS3 and 5 games. The first 20 people that enter the raffle will receive a PlayStation gift bag.

The show will start at 10 p. m.

The Hillsborough County Democratic Black Caucus and the Tampa Bay Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women host a ‘Candidates’ Forum in Your Community!’  Please plan to attend the event on Thursday, August 2, 2012, 6 P. M., at the HOPE Community Center (4902 N. 22^ND Street – across from Middleton High School).

The candidates for the following races have been confirmed:  State Representative District 61, Supervisor of Elections, School Board Members (District 5, 7, 3 and 1) and County Court Judges.

The forum will be moderated by Atty. Sean Shaw with the following panelists:  Melanie Alvin, Mark Beiro, Jean Cocco, Tim Heberlin, Dr. Joan Holmes, Don Lee, Marvin Martin, Sr., Cedric McCray, Edwin Narain, Michelle Patty and Essie Sims, Jr.  

Citizens need to be prepared to cast votes for the August 14, 2012 Primary Election.  Community members will have the opportunity to submit their questions for the panelists to ask the candidates.

Early voting at designated Libraries began July 30, 2012and will continue until August 11, 2012.

If you choose to Vote by Mail for the Primary Election, please remember that the Supervisor of Elections office must “receive” your ballot by August 14, 2012.

                Ms. Dianne Hart, HCDBC President, stated that it is critical that your signature is updated on your voter registration file at the Supervisor of Elections office.  As voters get older their signatures change.

Among the objectives of the Hillsborough County Democratic Black Caucus are to encourage qualified citizens in becoming candidates for public office, and to support and solicit support for legislation and governmental action on national, state, county and local levels which will reflect the best interest of the people in the respective areas.

Mrs. Janice London, President of the Tampa Bay Chapter of the NCBW, stated that although the National Coalition of 100 Black Women is not a political organization, they understand the importance of voter education and awareness and the need for our community to vote in every election.

This event is free and open to the public; refreshments will be served. For further information, please contact Ms. Robin Lockett, 813/310-0793, organizer, A Candidates’ Forum in Your Community! 

BY IRIS B. HOLTON

Sentinel City Editor

                Florida legislators passed a tax holiday that will benefit parents purchasing clothing and supplies for the upcoming school year. The sales tax holiday begins this weekend.

The 2012 Sales Tax Holiday will begin at 12:01 a.m., on Friday, August 3 and end at 11:59 p.m. Sunday, August 5. Although the holiday coincides with the beginning of the school year, anyone can benefit from it.

This year, books are not exempt during the holiday weekend. The exemption does not apply to any item of clothing that sells for more than $75, or school supply items that sell for more than $15.

A manufacturer’s coupon cannot be used to reduce the price of an item. However, store coupons or discounts can be used.

Some of the clothing items that qualify for the tax exemption are: baby clothes, blouses, skirts, pants, uniforms, caps, hats, choir and altar clothing, coats, wraps, dresses, gloves, employee uniforms, school uniforms, work uniforms, athletic uniforms, fishing vests, hunting vests, ties, etc.

Backpacks, belts, baseball cleats, boots, shoes, aprons, cleated and spiked shoes, etc., are exempt.

Braces and supports worn to correct or alleviate a physical incapacity or injury is also exempt.

School items that can be purchased includes binders, calculators, cellophane tape, colored pencils, compasses, composition books, computer disks, construction paper, crayons, folders, legal pads, markers, notebook paper, pencils, pens, rulers, scissors, etc.

Staplers, staples, toner and ink cartridges, jump drives, flash drives, are not exempt from taxes.

              Mrs. Dorothy Carter York, affectionately known to her family, friends, church, sorors and community as “Dot,” passed away Sunday.

She brought life to her dreams and was an inspiration to the entire Tampa Bay community.   With strong determination, she made positive impacts on folks from all walks of life. People admire, and respect Mrs. York.

The middle daughter of Mr. Willie and Mrs. Inez Carter, used her warm soft voice, fueled with her strong passion, to tirelessly help others.  Born in Tampa, a graduate of Middleton High School, North Carolina A&T (Bachelor’s), and North Carolina Central (Master’s), she dedicated 45 years of her life as an educator.

As a college student, Dot started her long journey of service to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority at her initiation into Alpha Phi Chapter (North Carolina A&T University) in 1949.

After returning to Tampa in 1951, she smoothly transitioned into Gamma Theta Omega Chapter (GTO), faithfully dedicating 60 years of active membership.

Mrs. York had unconditional sisterly love in every aspect of her loyalty to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., becoming a Life Member on April 1, 2012.

As a retired teacher, Mrs. York continued to empower students’ lives.

In Hillsborough County, her career as an English instructor included assignments at Blake High School (English Department Chair), Hillsborough High School, University of South Florida’s Project Upward Bound, and as an adjunct professor at Hillsborough Community College.

Although she retired from teaching, she never stopped teaching. She taught until the very end at Elmcroft Senior Living. A talented writer and author she published several books: The New Mind: Black and White, Black’s Survival for the 1980’s, Beyond, Dr. Martin Luther King’s Unfinished Dream, and more.  News media throughout the country, interviewed Mrs. York about her writing and her activism.

Mrs. York was extremely gifted and talented.  She created draperies, upholstered furniture, and even designed wedding gowns.

Dot’s most treasured roles were — wife, mother, mother-in-law and grandmother.

Married to the late, Ellis York for 50 years, she is the proud mother of her only child, Inez Elizabeth (Liz) York Cohen and the proud mother-in-law of George F. Cohen, MD.  She smiled from ear to ear when she talked about her grandchildren — Robert Dixon, Adrienne Dixon, Esquire (John Barnes), Margaret and Jay Cohen.

On March 31, 2012, she celebrated the arrival of her first great grandchild, Jacob Alexander Barnes. 

Celebration services for Mrs. York will be held Saturday, August 4, 2012, 4 p. m. at C0llege Hill Church of God in Christ, 6414 N. 30th St. The Wake and Friday evening celebration will be held at Ray Williams Funeral Home, 301 N. Howard Ave.

Hip Hop artist, Krazy, was on the launch pad, and on his way to the top. He was in hot demand at all of the top clubs, and radio stations were contacting him to play his music over the airwaves.

Three years ago, Krazy was involved in a motorcycle accident that has left him walking with a cane, and changed his career direction. On top of all that, his mother passed away in September 2011.

“I really wasn’t interest in performing anymore, and gave up on music for a while,” said Krazy.

“My friend, Bezel, talked me into doing talent shows, and when Madam Chair Productions found us, and people here showing me so much love, they wanted me to start performing again.”

Krazy said instead of going back on the stage as a performer, he decided to reach out to the young people and do something for them.

“There’s too much violence on the streets, and If I can give the young people something else to do with all that talent and energy, it would work out for everyone.”

Krazy, along with Madam Chair Productions, are presenting “Krazy’s 2012 Tampa’s Got Talent Search.”

The event is being held to attract singers, rappers, dancers, spoken word artists, and anyone else with talent. All who enter the contest could win the Festival Idol Grand Prize. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place winners.

Auditions will be held at Club Patron, 2620 East 7^th Avenue beginning Thursday, August 9^th from 11 a. m. until 6 p. m.

On Friday, August 10^th, auditions will be held at the Children’s Board of Hillsborough County, 1002 East Palm Avenue, from 11 a. ml until 4 p. m.

Krazy said he’s trying to do different things, including hosting Grown Folks Night every Wednesday at the Double Decker Lounge with DJ Trey.

“I haven’t performed in, or really been in a club or lounge in a long time.”

“I got tired of seeing our young people involved in so much crime, especially against each other. I want to help them develop their natural gifts into something positive that can help everyone.”

There will be celebrity judges and a contest to see who can cook the best barbecue. There will also be bouncy house for the kids.

Krazy advises everyone to put their curse words in a bag, and leave them home, along with all the knuckleheads who enjoy disrupting events.

For more information call (813) 444-4091, or (813) 344-4119.

Reporter Leon B. Crews can be reached at (813) 248-0724, or e-mailed at lccrews@flsentinel.com.

On Friday, Tampa City Councilman Frank Reddick met with a representative of Southport Financial Services, owners of Central Court Apartments.

The meeting was held to discuss last Sunday’s police shooting of 16-year-old Javon “JJ” Neal, and the overall condition of the 41-year-old complex.

Peter Leach, who represents the ownership group, said he and his wife were at home watching the news when the report aired.

“We are all devastated by this happening to one of our tenants. That’s why I thought it would be important for me to meet with Councilman Reddick at the complex.

“Councilman Reddick and I talked about putting a system in place to make sure this doesn’t happen again. Right now, I’m not a happy person.”

Leach said as far as the complex is concerned, their plans are to remodel the complex the same as they did Silver Oaks (formerly Johnson/Kenneth court Apartments).

“In January 2013 we hope to be able to convince the Council to make certain credits available to us so we can start remodeling the complex.

“As far as security at the complex is concerned, we installed high-level security cameras, and we were happy with the results. That’s why you no longer saw the actual foot patrols in the area. The cameras did capture what happened on the 22^nd.”

Leach said they’ve applied to have a live-in manager at the complex through HUD.

“One big issue we have are people that gather at the complex from the surrounding community. We feel if we can identify the residents, we can do a better job of protecting them and the complex.

“As far as the young man’s family is concerned, I haven’t met with them yet, but I do plan to at least speak to them.”

Councilman Reddick said one thing he feels really good about was Leach’s request to find a piece of land close to the complex.

“Leach said if I could locate at least an acre of land close to the complex, they would build a park.

“I’m talking with our real estate people to see what we have or what we can do. I think Leach and his partners are committed to changing things at the complex.”

Neal’s mother, Ms. Kethessa Fordoms, said she had not spoken with Leach at press time.

                Reporter Leon B. Crews can be reached at (813) 248-0724, or e-mailed at lcrews@flsentinel.com.

BY IRIS B. HOLTON

Sentinel City Editor

     Early Monday morning, Tampa Police discovered a young man in a car with a gunshot wound to the head. He was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 10:43 a.m.

According to police, officers discovered 25-year-old Orenthal James (O. J.) Murdock in a car at 2502 E. Wilder Avenue, at approximately 8:30 a.m. The car was parked across the street from the Middleton High School football field. Murdock was admitted to Tampa General Hospital in critical condition.

A spokesperson for the Tampa Police Department said the department is investigating the death as an apparent suicide. However, an autopsy report will determine the official cause of death.

A Tampa native, Murdock attended the public schools of Hillsborough County. He began at Hillsborough High School, but graduated from Middleton High School in 2005.

During his high school career, Murdock caught 57 passes for 927 yards and 11 touchdowns. As a track star, he was fourth in the state in the 100 and 200-meter races and was a national champion sprinter at the age of 14.

Following graduation, Murdock played for the University of South Carolina and Pearl River Community College. He continued his education at Fort Hays State, where he had 95 receptions for 1,987 yards and 20 touchdowns in 21 games.

While at Fort Hays State, Murdock also set a MIAA career record with an average of 20.9 yards-per-catch. He was also a two-time MIAA second team selection. Murdock also set single season records of 1,290 receiving yards, and for yards per catch (21.5) … recorded school’s second highest receiving touchdown total in a single season.

Last year, Murdock was an undrafted free agent. He signed with the Tennessee Titans on July 28, 2011. However, he remained on the injured reserve list with a right Achilles injury for the entire season and didn’t play during the 2011 season.

     Murdock didn’t attend training camp this past weekend because of a personal issue.

The Tennessee Titans released the following statement: “We are shocked and saddened to hear of O. J. Murdock’s death this morning. In his brief time here, a number of our players, coaches, and staff had grown close to O. J. and this is a difficult time for them.

“He spent last year battling back from an Achilles injury as he prepared for this year’s training camp. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends as they try to cope with this tragedy.”

Funeral services for Murdock were incomplete at press time.

BETTY REED: DISTRICT 61   Representative Betty Reed has come a long way from the freshman who had to learn the ropes in Tallahassee’s Legislative Hall to a seasoned veteran who chooses each word not only for emphasis, but for pinpoint clarity. Infinitely knowledgeable in an informal and conversational way, Betty Reed – who has made herself a voice to be reckoned with since 2006 – has put her stamp on such legislation as the Homeless Bill, Drug Prevention Bill, Prodigy Program, providing educational services to local youth, and Infant Mortality legislation by securing funding for research and intervention.
Says Ms. Reed, “I believe that government should take care of its own by being responsive to the needs of its citizens, by securing access to economic growth, and by ensuring that we have a world class educational system and quality, affordable healthcare.” We trust Representative Reed to continue to be a public servant not only for her specific community, but for the State of Florida. As such, we intend to vote in the Democratic primary for Representative Betty Reed to retain her post in House District 61. She deserves your vote as well.

THOMAS SCOTT, SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS
Were it possible, you could set your watch by him. Thomas Scott carries an enviable 14-year public service track record, which includes membership on the Hillsborough County Commission where he served 3 times as chairman of that organization, membership on Tampa City Council (having served 3 times as chairman of that council), and membership on the Canvassing Board for the Supervisor of Elections.
Says Thomas Scott, “I am committed to protecting the integrity of the voting process; providing excellent customer and voter experience; and promoting education and outreach in all segments of the community.”  Based on his previous expertise, we are proud to present Thomas Scott to our reader-voters as a man who deserves their vote and their trust.

VICTOR CRIST, COUNTY COMMISSION DISTRICT 2
Very few people in Tampa Bay have never heard the name Victor Crist. Indeed, to meet Victor Crist is to be treated to a monologue that soon turns into a travelogue of the myriad accomplishments this man has amassed. Most certainly, after the first fifteen minutes, one gets the impression that Victor Crist is not simply one person, but is two, or three, or maybe four people. For, how in the world can one person have held membership on the Aviation Authority, Council of Governments, Florida Association of Counties, Friendship Trailbridge, Public Transportation, Tampa Bay Estuary Program, Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council, Hillsborough County Legislative Subcommittee, Hillsborough County Emergency Policy Group, and was a member of the Florida House of Representatives, to mention only a few of his successes seemingly all at one time?
Nevertheless, it should come as no surprise that this Bay Area dynamo has set his public service sites on the seat of County Commission District 2. With a record, which brooks few defeats and with a vision that has helped build the Suncoast into the envy of a nation if not the world, Victor Crist is our choice for the seat of County Commission District 2. We are confident that Crist should be your choice, too.

JUDGE ANN OBER, COUNTY COURT JUDGE GROUP 3
When Judge Ann Ober makes the comment, “It’s an awesome responsibility. . .You are affecting someone’s life,” you get the feeling that she means what she says and has carried such opinion for the 16 years, which  she has worn her judge’s robe. Before that time, Judge Ober was Attorney Ober, both as a prosecutor as well as a public defender. Consequently, when Judge Ober explains, “Judges must be particularly diligent about protecting citizens’ legal rights,” it’s as if one was listening to Judge Sandra Day O’ Connor, to Judge Sonia Sotomayor, or to the voice of the late Judge Constance Motley. Indeed, Judge Ober’s years of public service in jurisprudence as well as her willingness to present herself as an avid social activist and supportive citizen of the Tampa-Hillsborough Community continue to win our support as a judge who uses the law to exact justice and fairness for all who come before her bench. Therefore, we recommend you vote for Judge Ann Ober (Sitting Judge), County Court Judge Group 3.

BARBARA TWINE, COUNTY COURT JUDGE GROUP 4
To read Barbara Twine’s biography, which includes her apprenticeship with the renowned attorneys Delano Stewart and Arthenia Joyner, is extremely impressive. But to see her in person and to listen to her reasons for wanting to become County Judge bring back memories of such great judges as the late Constance Motley, George Edgecomb, and others. Running for the office of County Court Judge Group 4, Twine has earned endorsements from individuals such as Lansing C. Scriven, Former President of the Hillsborough County Bar Association, who describes her as a person who has “prepared herself to assume the heightened responsibility of serving the legal profession as a member of the judiciary.” We agree with Attorney Scriven and others as we present to you the name of Barbara Twine and recommend her to you as a candidate who more than merits one of the most precious gifts you possess: your vote.

MATT LUCAS, COUNTY COURT JUDGE GROUP 12
 Matt Lucas is no stranger to the rigors of the jurisprudence process. And for his efforts, he has earned the praise of such peers as State Attorney Mark Ober, who considers Lucas as “a man of the highest integrity.” Not only is Lucas endorsed by Mark Ober, but he has also earned high marks from celebrated public defender Julie Holt as well as abiding thanks from 10 Past Presidents of the Hillsborough County Bar Association.
However, not only is Matt Lucas a proven County Court judge, but his community activism and family roots portray him as a man of the people whom he serves. For these reasons, we are proud to endorse Matt Lucas as he endeavors to retain his post as Judge Incumbent County Court Group 12. We continue to need his fairness.

SUSAN L. VALDES, HILLSBOROUGH SCHOOL BOARD DISTRICT 1
Susan L. Valdes’ election and rise in the realm of Hillsborough School Board reads like the preface for a success documentary. She was elected to the School Board (District 1) in 2004; was re-elected in 2008; served as School Board Vice-Chairperson in 2008, ascending to the post of Board Chairperson during the following year, and was one of seven colleagues responsible for managing a more than a $3 billion budget for America’s 8th largest school system. Moreover, like all good success stories, the narrative of Susan L. Valdes and her expertise as a member of Hillsborough County School Board seems endless if not exhausting. So, why would she wish to continue? Perhaps, her motto explains it all. Says Valdes, “An education can never be erased.” Neither can a commitment for the quality of such an education be erased. She possesses both the inspiration and the expertise to keep Hillsborough County Schools poised and progressive. Because of her ability, we support Susan L. Valdes as a person worthy of your vote for School Board District 1.

CINDY STUART, HILLSBOROUGH SCHOOL BOARD DISTRICT 3
What attracted us to Cindy Stuart was her understanding of what Hillsborough Public Schools may well have become and by her vision of what that school system may yet, be. We listened to Cindy Stuart as she listened to us, giving and taking questions across a wide mahogany desk. What we learned was Stuart, a mother of three children enrolled in Hillsborough County Schools, had also been PTA President and PTSA Treasurer. We learned that Stuart had committed herself not only to participating in the school environment where her children had been placed, but she embraced the opportunity of learning the dynamics and possibilities of a school system that did not always welcome prying eyes and meddling fingers.  But it was when she said to us that she believed students and parents deserved a school board member who would stand and fight for their right to a quality education for all children that Cindy Stuart reminded us of the voices we grew up with and marched with during those dismal days of school segregation and brighter days of desegregation. We trust Cindy Stuart’s vision for a better school system, which guarantees an equal education for all. Therefore, we ask you to cast your vote for Cindy Stuart, Hillsborough School Board District 3.

DORETHA EDGECOMB, SCHOOL BOARD DISTRICT 5
We believe if an incumbent has done well then that individual’s record more than argues for his or her continued place as a public servant. Such is our opinion of School Board District 6 Representative Doretha Edgecomb. Surely, her presence has been positively felt during her years of service, and for such service, we stand in line to give gratitude.
However, we must say Henry “Hank” Ballard, former Hillsborough County School executive and current candidate for the School Board District 6, has also merited not only our interest, but our sincere mention as a candidate who is not only highly knowledgeable, but whose sincerity of purpose and unwavering frankness would do exceedingly well were he to be given an opportunity to become a member of the Hillsborough County School Board.
Doretha Edgecomb would deserve your vote for Hillsborough County School Board District Six.

“JOE” JORDAN-ROBINSON, HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD, DISTICT 7
He comes armed with folders of facts, observations, news articles, and documents that either have his name on them, or bear witness and support to his comments on their behalf.
However, when he begins to respond to interview questions regarding the “who,” “what,” “when,” “where,” and “why” of school board business, long-time activist, engineer, and businessman “Joe” Jordan Robinson closes his folders, shuts his eyes, and becomes a living encyclopedia of a school system, which has much to commend itself, but also has much to do in order to be the best it can become.
Running for Hillsborough County School Board District 7, “Joe” Jordan-Robinson would no doubt, brings to that position the courage and clarity it has often needed (but not always possessed). We continue to be impressed by the mind of this man. And for that reason, we recommend that you vote for “Joe” Jordan-Robinson for Hillsborough County School Board District Seven. It’s about time we give him room to work on our children’s behalf.

Ms. Kethessa Fordoms said she’s heard the Tampa Police Department’s report of what happened to her son, Javon “JJ” Neal, and she’s also listened to residents and witnesses at Central Court Apartments.

On Sunday, two Tampa Police officers shot and killed 16-year-old Neal after he reportedly ran from them, then later threatened to shoot them with a high-powered shotgun. The shotgun was found on the ground near a stairwell at the complex.

“I still don’t know exactly what happened,” said Ms. Fordoms.

“I don’t know why they had to shoot him. I’m upset they were trying to make my son out to be some kind of animal they had to put out of its misery.

“I don’t believe he was running from the police, and I believe they could have stopped him without shooting him.”

Ms. Fordoms said because “JJ” was a young Black male, she feels his life meant nothing to them. “To shoot him that many times is cruel. They kept shooting him after he was on the ground. After he was shot, they wouldn’t let me near him. They just stood there and let him die. I’ve lost my son over a stupid misunderstanding.”

Ms. Fordoms said her son never carried a gun, and she has no idea where the shotgun came from. “As far as I know, “JJ” had never touched a gun before. I never had one in my house.”

Tampa Police spokesperson, Laura McElroy, said on the day of the shooting, their office received a call of a fight at complex at 6 a. m.

“At 12:20 p. m., we got a call of another fight at the complex, and at 2:30 p. m., we got a call of shots fired at the complex. When officers arrived, they found shell casings in the parking lot area.

“A victim of that shooting showed up at 3:30 p. m. to St. Joseph’s Hospital with a shoulder wound.”

McElroy said at 7:21 p. m., a distressed citizen called to say shots were being fired at the complex again, and gave a description of the person firing the shots.

“When officers arrived, they spotted someone matching the description of the shooter. He walked away when the officers approached him, and when they told him to top, he ran into the courtyard of the complex, then into a staircase. He turned away from the officers on the third floor, and they reported seeing him pulling something from his pants leg. He turned around, and pointed the shotgun at the officers.”

McElroy said a teenager has no business with a dangerous weapon like this, and that it’s tragic a 16-year-old was armed with such a dangerous weapon, and pointed it at the officers.

“There has been misinformation circulated about the incident, and according to a witness, the officers had no choice but to fire their weapons.

“Anyone out there who claims to be a witness needs to come in and give us a sworn statement.”

McElroy said Neal had been seen in the parking lot with the gun in his pants leg prior to the incident with the police. She also reported that no drugs were found on Neal or at the scene.

Ms. Fordoms said due to a problem with her son’s insurance policy, the family will need help with funeral arrangements.

There was a donation rally held in West Tampa Wednesday night, and Ms. Fordoms said she appreciates the support the family has received.

Anyone who wants to make a donation to help with “JJ’s” arrangements, can contact Ms. Fordoms at (813) 952-6762. Gudes Funeral Home is assisting the family at this time.