AVIDWORX, with the support of Chris Cook at Mobile Electronics and Amy Gilroy at CE Outlook, is once again hosting a fundraiser for the family of Lance Putnam, wife Jenny, son Sawyer (10) and daughter Sydney (8). Lance passed away in 2014 after a valiant battle with cancer, leaving a hole to fill at home, at his business and in the 12-volt industry.

Last year, friends and supporters raised over $1,650 to help the family through their first Christmas. A year later, the family is still recovering from their loss, and could use a little help to make this year’s Christmas merry. AVIDWORX is looking to raise at least $1,000 to help out the family once again.

“Lance was a true visionary in our industry,” said Marcel Newell, president of AVIDWORX. “He dedicated so much time to bringing retailers together and raising the profile and professionalism of the industry. He loved to help, and to help others be successful.

“He was always an optimist, and always put others first. He gave so much. Now it’s our turn to give something back.”

The family used the funds last year to go on a family vacation, swimming with the dolphins at Discovery Cove in Orlando, and making stops at Sea World and Aquatica.

"We had an absolute blast," said Jenny. "I want to thank all of you who made that trip possible. Sydney is fairly shy (not at all like Lance), and didn't want to smile for the photographer in the pictures, but she absolutely could not help smiling when she got to swim with the dolphins. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. God bless you."

The fundraiser is online at YouCaring.com. The URL is:

https://www.youcaring.com/wife-jenny-and-children-sawyer-10-and-sydney-8-479478

Or http://tinyurl.com/zscmupu

Any size of donation is appreciated.

Lance Putnam was the owner and operator of Audio Center in Lexington, Kentucky, and an active member in pretty much every industry organization including the board of the Mobile Electronics Retailers Association.