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Fiancée Fights for Refund After Tragic Wedding Loss

1/16/2026

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  • Tye Hinson, a Florida woman, seeks a $7,600 refund from Crystal Ballroom in Lake Mary after her fiancé, William Coney, died before their wedding.
  • Lukasz Rogowski, the venue owner, defended the non-refund policy, noting the contract is non-refundable and that clients are informed and cancellation insurance is recommended.
  • Hinson's other wedding vendors refunded her payments.
  • A GoFundMe campaign created by her wedding planner has raised $3,500 to support Hinson.