Garcia leaves behind his daughter Emily, 14.
More than $7,600 had been raised on a GoFundMe for Emily as of Thursday morning.
"Anthony’s passing comes as a great shock to his family & friends," campaign founder Maury Abreau said.
"This Go-Fund-Me was created to help provide the financial support needed. All funds raised will go directly towards his funeral expenses."
Cremation was private.
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