Subject: In memoriam...
Posted by: MrNobody97
Date: Aug 03 16
I have come to make a great many friends from many FunTrivia members, not just those on my own team, so I have decided to post this publicly.
This post is made in loving memory of my cousin, Andrew S., who died earlier this week at age 27. (My profile image now shows his photo.)
An excess intake of water led to hyponatremia, in turn to cerebral edema, and finally brain herniation (rupture of cell walls/membranes). Irreversible brain-damage occurs in mere minutes.
His family wrote, in part: "He always said he wanted to make a difference and do something great with himself. He has accomplished his desire through organ donation and saving multiple lives. The Norwalk Hospital raised a [Donate Life America] flag in honor of Andrew. He believed he was going to be great, and he became it."
While Andrew himself was not a member, he knew of FT because he knew I was (a member), and I chose to write something in remembrance of his life. ... I hope his choice to be an organ donor might inspire others (who are undecided) to do soâ??in one's death, it really is the "gift of life" to others.
In loving memory always to you, Andrew, the kindest and gentlest of people I have known,
â?? George ("MrNobody97")
Posted by: MrNobody97
Date: Aug 03 16
I have come to make a great many friends from many FunTrivia members, not just those on my own team, so I have decided to post this publicly.
This post is made in loving memory of my cousin, Andrew S., who died earlier this week at age 27. (My profile image now shows his photo.)
An excess intake of water led to hyponatremia, in turn to cerebral edema, and finally brain herniation (rupture of cell walls/membranes). Irreversible brain-damage occurs in mere minutes.
His family wrote, in part: "He always said he wanted to make a difference and do something great with himself. He has accomplished his desire through organ donation and saving multiple lives. The Norwalk Hospital raised a [Donate Life America] flag in honor of Andrew. He believed he was going to be great, and he became it."
While Andrew himself was not a member, he knew of FT because he knew I was (a member), and I chose to write something in remembrance of his life. ... I hope his choice to be an organ donor might inspire others (who are undecided) to do soâ??in one's death, it really is the "gift of life" to others.
In loving memory always to you, Andrew, the kindest and gentlest of people I have known,
â?? George ("MrNobody97")
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doglover54 
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My Sincere Condolences to you, your family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I signed up many years ago to become an organ donor. Reply #1. Aug 04 16, 3:55 AM |
veronicavee
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R.I.P. Andrew. Sincere sympathy to you and the family. Reply #2. Aug 04 16, 5:19 AM |
Skyflyerjen
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My condolences to you and your family for this tragic loss. Reply #3. Aug 04 16, 6:47 AM |
13LuckyLady
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Thank you for telling us about Andrew. I am sorry for your loss. Reply #4. Aug 04 16, 7:52 AM |
postcards2go
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George, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that you and your family can find some comfort in knowing that he has helped others, through his generous gift of organ donation. Reply #5. Aug 04 16, 8:36 AM |
terraorca
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Sadness for Andrew's family, yet he created happiness for the families he helped through his organ donations. Blessings! Reply #6. Aug 04 16, 9:35 AM |
mpkitty
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I am so sorry for your loss, George. He was far too young, but his wonderful gift that he left - his organ donations - make this sad time easier to bear. Reply #7. Aug 04 16, 9:37 AM |
Verbonica
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Oh, what a loss for you and your family, George. Your tribute honoring Andrew here is touching and important. My sympathy and esteem goes out to all of you. Reply #8. Aug 04 16, 10:46 AM |
supersal1
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So sorry about your cousin, my condolences to you and your family. Reply #9. Aug 04 16, 11:18 AM |
Shiningstar7
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Prayers of comfort to you and yours, so sorry about your cousin. Reply #10. Aug 04 16, 7:57 PM |
MiraJane
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George, my heart goes out to you, your family, your cousins friends. My wish for all of you is the love you have for him and joyous memories heal the sorrow of passing as soon as is possible. All of my have our licenses marked as organ donors. If our organs turn out to be not worth donating, then we've all left inscrutctions to be donated to a medical or forensic school. Reply #11. Aug 04 16, 9:08 PM |
MrNobody97
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Hi friends, Arrived safe and sound in Connecticut last night. I just wanted to stop by quickly before I go to the church (funeral service) in an hour's time or so. I want to thank all of you for your lovely messages. I do appreciate it. Actually, between this thread and the one on my Team Board, in the days ahead I think I'd like to print off all the comments and mail them to Frank and Nancy, i.e., Andrew's parents. I know they'd enjoy seeing that other people, even those who they've never met or heard of, have known about Andrew. It says a lot that even "strangers" (to them) would write such kind things / in celebrating Andrew's life. I thank you all. Will write more later as I am able. Warmly, George Reply #12. Aug 05 16, 11:14 AM |
callie_ross
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MrNobody97: My condolences on the loss of your cousin, Andrew. May he rest in peace. Reply #13. Aug 05 16, 1:36 PM |
| veronikkamarrz
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A beautiful tribute to your cousin Andrew. Sad as death is, the Organ Donor status always gives a little back. I have been on the donor list for many years. Thank you, George for this moving post. Reply #14. Aug 05 16, 5:56 PM |
Mommakat
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My condolences to you in your sad time of loss, and as has already been said, the organs will help others to have a better quality of life. I know you would rather have him with you, but you will meet up again someday. Reply #15. Aug 05 16, 6:07 PM |
lowtechmaster
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Beautifully stated, and portrait a super tribute. Remember the good times. Reply #16. Aug 05 16, 10:00 PM |
| MrNobody97
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Hi again all, I returned from the service many hours ago, though had to take some downtime to rest and so on. Incredible how many people packed into the modest-size church. Everyone you could imagine -- family, relatives, friends he had for 20+ years (since he was in early grade-school), old neighbors from decades past -- even the doctor who delivered him when he was born in June, 1989. People shared the sweetest and most heartfelt stories. One of the recurring themes was his smile -- including one that was warm and comforting, and another, a sly one, with a glint in his eye, the "told you I could do it" grin when time and again he accomplished something nobody else could do (or dared to try). We also recalled how he was never content with doing things for himself. He was what you'd call a servant. If he could do something for you to help you or make you happy, he was happy. And what a deep passion he had for his garden -- for all things in nature that grow, really; animals and plants alike. How he LOVED the creation all around him and took it upon himself to nurture it and tend to it. His view of the world was, 'Everything God has made is wonderful and good.' To everyone he knew and everything he grew, wherever he went he brought life, and brought light into a world that too often seems so dark. What a wonderful way to live one's life ... to dedicate yourself to seeing what's beautiful, to tending the earth, and most of all to be kind and loving to all the people who cross your path. Reply #17. Aug 06 16, 12:24 AM |
| MrNobody97
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P.S. For anyone who might care to know this "angle" (I almost forgot anyway) -- five people have ALREADY been organ-donor recipients because of his choice to give. Among other things, a near-dying 50-year-old man received a new heart, courtesy Andrew. What's also really neat is what was relayed to us (well, his family) by the New England Organ Bank (which coordinated the processes involved) -- since Andrew had opted to have any other 'usable parts' taken as well), they said not only had he given life to the 5 people alluded to above, but that up to some FIFTY more would be able to benefit. I love that thought, that even in his death, his legacy of and passion for "cultivating life" continues. God, I miss him so. I'm tearing up again even now. Reply #18. Aug 06 16, 12:37 AM |
| mpkitty
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George, these last two posts, in particular, show that you are also a loving and compassionate person, traits you share with your glorious nephew. It's wonderful to read how his gifts are already improving the lives of many - he still lives, on earth as well as in heaven. I'm glad to know you, and through you, your nephew. I wish his parents peace and serenity. Stephanie Reply #19. Aug 06 16, 1:36 AM |
windrush
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Andrew sounds like a young man I would have been proud to know. Organ donation is a triumph of life over death. I hope his grieving family can continue to take comfort in the thought that Andrew lives on through his legacy. Blessings. Reply #20. Aug 06 16, 6:47 PM |
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