John had been doing so wonderful that rejection hadn't really been considered. T ranplant surgery is not an experimental treatment but a treatment of last resort. If it weren't for John's donor family, I would not have had an extra precious year with him. I will be forever grateful to his donor and the family. If you are considering the gift of life, please sign an organ donor card and let loved ones know.
Thousands die each year waiting for organs.
He was a son, A grandson. An uncle and a cousin. And a witty remark to follow. He was a protector And a friend. He was my brother.