Young Athlete’s Gift of Life to be Honored on Rose Parade Float
be among 26 float riders in the 6th annual Donate Life America Rose Parade,
held here on
the millions of people who make the gift of life possible for others.
Morsching’s
tissues after dying in a tragic accident in 2007.
to describe him. This Greek word, which translates to “pursuing excellence,”
was Kevin’s mantra. Kevin pursued excellence in everything he did. His
passion for life was showcased on the baseball field and in his loving
generosity towards his family and his many friends.
Kevin died in a skateboard accident as he lived-giving one hundred
percent. Kevin had made the decision to become an organ and tissue donor when
he applied for his driver’s license and his decision was supported by his
family. Kevin’s heart, lungs, kidneys, liver and pancreas saved the lives of
six people. Kevin’s gift of bone and soft tissue has helped restore mobility
and improved health to 55 other people ranging in age from 21 to 79 across
United States
“Donation was our bright spot. You know all the good things about your
child, and donation is their last good thing,” said Kim. “It’s kind of like a
rebirth for me.”
Coordinated by Donate Life America member OneLegacy, the Donate Life Rose
Parade float is supported by organ and tissue organizations across the
country.
Transplant Foundation (MTF). MTF is a non-profit service organization
dedicated to providing quality tissue through a commitment to excellence in
education, research, recovery and care for recipients, donors and their
families. For more information about MTF, visit www.mtf.org. To learn how to
become an organ, eye and tissue donor in your state, visit www.donatelife.net.
For more information about
float, including photos, visit the official Donate Life float website,
www.donatelifefloat.org.
SOURCE Musculoskeletal Transplant Foundation