Almost $8,000 has been raised to help the grieving family of Adrian Hurley, who is described as the ‘best brother, loving father and beloved son.’

Adrian, 23, who grew up in the area, was remembered as an ‘adoring boyfriend and precious grandson,” in a Go Fund Me post that was created on August 28.

He was found with no vital signs on August 27 in the Thirty Ninth Street and James Street area, of Long Branch. He was rushed to hospital and pronounced dead, according to the post by Chantelle Hurley.

“Anyone who knew him knew he had the best spirit, he was always smiling no matter what was going on,” Chantelle wrote “He was the strongest person we knew.”

She said “Adrian just recently had a son who he adored more than anything I’ve ever seen.”

“He was so excited to become a father and it gave him purpose he didn’t think he had,” she said. “For us saying goodbye to him and having to live on without him is going to be the hardest thing any of us have had to do.”

He would help anyone he could without hesitation because his heart was just that big, Chantelle wrote.

“We are heartbroken that we couldn’t help him when he needed us most,” she said. “We hope to give him the most beautiful ceremony along with a grave for his friends and family to visit.”

The funds raised will go to help pay his funeral expenses and to help his newborn son.

Police in a release said Adrian was the victim of a homicide and a shooter is being sought.

He was well-liked and touched many people in the community, residents said.

“My deepest condolences to you and your family,” wrote Dynonz Hermiz on social media.  “My heart goes out to you. Sending you strength, love and peace during this hard time.”

Krista Langille wrote “rest in paradise Adrian, your smile and spirit will always live on.”

“We are heartbroken to hear of your loss,” wrote Kate and Emma Wallis. “We’re sending so much love and courage to get you through this impossibly difficult time.”