Brian Hoyer Announces Sister-in-Law’s Sudden Death as Family Fund Tops $100,000

Overview

• Carissa Rae Hoyer died on February 13 at age 36, leaving her husband Brett and daughters Josie, Lainey, Ellie, and Hattie.
• Brian and his brother Matthew launched a GoFundMe with a $100,000 goal for the family’s expenses and caregiving needs.
• The fundraiser surpassed its target, reaching more than $109,000 by Thursday evening, according to local reporting.
• The family has not disclosed a cause of death, and updates emphasize privacy alongside gratitude for public support.
• Condolences and signal boosts came from figures including Julian Edelman and Erin Andrews, while Hoyer, a 15-year NFL veteran and Patriots alum, now works in media.