Former NFL QB Brian Hoyer says brother left widowed with four daughters after sudden death

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Former NFL quarterback Brian Hoyer and his family are mourning a loved one who died "suddenly and unexpectedly."

In a social media post, Hoyer revealed his sister-in-law, Carissa, died last Friday. She was 36. Details about Carissa's death were not immediately made public.

"It is with a heavy heart that I write this," Hoyer captioned an Instagram post. Carissa is survived by Brian's brother, Brett Hoyer, and their four young daughters.

"In an instant, he became a widowed father to four daughters under 12," the former New England Patriots and Las Vegas Raiders quarterback added.

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Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Brian Hoyer pumps his fist after the Raiders defeated the New England Patriots 21-17 at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nev., Oct. 15, 2023. (Stephen R. Sylvanie/USA Today Sports)

The family launched a GoFundMe campaign for financial support, and Hoyer shared information on the fundraiser on his social media platform. The campaign is seeking $100,000. As of Thursday evening, the fund had exceeded its donation goal.

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The GoFundMe's description described Carissa as "a strong and courageous woman who dearly loved her family" and who "cherished the opportunity to build a family of her own."

"She truly felt called to be a wife and mother, and she embraced that role with her whole heart," the tribute stated. "She was the heart and soul of their home, a steady source of encouragement, faith, warmth, and unconditional love through every challenge and every joy."

Brian Hoyer of the Las Vegas Raiders reacts before a game against the Minnesota