WAYNE COUNTY, Ga. — For many parents, the loss of a child is an unimaginable tragedy. For author, speaker, and community advocate Tonya Lee Carrie, that heartbreaking experience became the foundation for a mission dedicated to healing, hope, and helping others.

After the passing of her beloved son, Jason "Sunny" Seville Howard, Tonya chose to honor his memory by writing I AM MY SUNNY'S MOMMA: Overcoming the Loss of a Child. Through the book, she openly shares her journey through grief, faith, resilience, and the process of finding purpose after profound loss.

What began as a deeply personal story has since grown into something much larger.

Inspired by the message of her book, Tonya launched Love Speaks Louder Than Loss, a community initiative created to encourage healing, strengthen families, and remind others that love has the power to overcome even life's most difficult moments. The initiative recently celebrated its successful first annual fundraising event, held in memory of Jason "Sunny" Howard, bringing together supporters who share the vision of turning grief into hope.

Tonya's commitment extends beyond supporting grieving families. Through years of community outreach, nonprofit leadership, faith-based service, and youth mentorship, she has remained passionate about encouraging young people to discover their purpose. Her work particularly focuses on youth between the ages of 12 and 19, helping them recognize their value, build resilience, and make positive choices for their future.

"I want people to know they are not alone," says Tonya. "Even in our darkest moments, healing is possible, and our stories can become a source of hope for someone else."

In addition to writing, Tonya has participated in interviews, community events, and public speaking engagements that promote healing, family restoration, and youth empowerment. Her work continues to inspire conversations about grief recovery, faith, and the importance of supporting families facing life's greatest challenges.

As awareness of I AM MY SUNNY'S MOMMA continues to grow, Tonya hopes the book will reach parents, caregivers, educators, churches, counselors, and anyone searching for encouragement after loss. She also welcomes opportunities to speak with podcast hosts, journalists, community organizations, and media outlets interested in sharing stories of resilience and hope.

I AM MY SUNNY'S MOMMA: Overcoming the Loss of a Child is available on Amazon at:

https://www.amazon.com/Am-Sunnys-Momma-Mommys-Daughter-ebook/dp/B0BY75WWXW

Readers can also learn more about Tonya Lee Carrie's work by visiting her Amazon Author Page:

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Tonya-Lee-Carrie/author/B00FA2B8D6