Husband, son, brother, and soon-to-be father (wife Krisan is eight months pregnant)

• Husband, son, brother, and soon-to-be father (wife Krisan is eight months pregnant)

• Walking with friends outside a Scottsdale bar when he was sucker punched from behind

• Knocked unconscious and never regained consciousness

Incident details:

• Five suspects arrested in connection to the attack

• Drew Meneses, 24, charged with second-degree murder

• Cellphone video captured the attack; TJ never saw it coming

Family impact:

• Krisan, his wife, is grieving while preparing to welcome their son, TJ Pizzitola Jr.

• TJ was described as excited to become a father and deeply involved in his life plans

Community response:

• Fundraiser set up to support the family

• Community event planned for November 16 at The 44 Sports Grill in Glendale to honor TJ’s life and legacy

• Local community is rallying around Krisan and her baby

Key message:

• A reminder of the devastating consequences of senseless violence and the importance of community support in times of tragedy.