There is a unique story behind each family’s decision to donate. Families often speak about their loved ones’ generosity, their faith, their willingness to help others. Organ donation and tissue donation is a way for families to allow those who died to make a last act of kindness.
We are pleased to share some of the unique stories of donors and their families.
Jordan Herr
Jordan Herr’s spirit of generosity lived in everything she did. At Girl Scout summer camp, she cooked meals for and mentored hundreds of girls....
Natalie Bolin
It was Feb. 20, 2010. Natalie Bolin – along with two friends and her younger sister – were returning home from the Wisconsin boys state high school...
Larry Caraway
Larry Caraway: “You know I love you, Mom”From his Mom, Debra Griffin The morning of June 27, 2009 started out as usual with the kids arguing over...
Bryan Legler
Jan Legler loves talking about her son Bryan – how he lit up a room with his smile, his caring and compassionate nature, his love of hunting and...
Chris Persinger
Five years ago, 17-year-old Chris Persinger left behind a special gift after he died in a car accident. He donated his tissues and eyes, which...
Austin Rice
Cory and Kendra Rice of Menominee, Mich. have many special memories of their 3-year-old son Austin. One way they’ve honored his memory is by...
Josie Williquette
When 3-year-old Josephine “Josie” Williquette died, she left behind her loving parents, Scott and Christine, and twin sister McKenzie. She also left...
Jamie Wilson
Jamie Wilson was a beautiful, warm and compassionate 21-year-old who was close to her family and kind to her coworkers. Growing up on a Wisconsin...
Joshua Richards
Jackie Pische knew that her son, Joshua Richards, had signed up to be an organ and tissue donor when he received his driver's license at age 16. "If...
Patrick Foster
When Cathi Foster was six months pregnant, she learned her baby would be born with a congenital heart defect. Three days after her son Patrick...