Nicolas Ochoa
Organ, Eye and Tissue Donor
/June 10, 2024
My son was the sweetest, most loving young man who loved with all of his heart. He passed ten days before his 16th birthday. He had a great life and was an only child, so he was spoiled rotten, of course. He knew nothing but love in his heart from his family, and he loved everyone with everything he had in him. He always helped people in need and knew to always be kind, and he was becoming the greatest young man any mother could ask for. He became a donor just months before this when he got his license and knew if something ever happened he would be able to save lives. He donated his liver, both kidneys, his corneas and different types of tissue. He saved and helped so many people in this tragedy. He will forever be loved and missed and forever be a hero.
Saying thank you
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