Donor Family Quilt

January 16, 1982 -September 11, 2006

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January 16, 1982 -September 11, 2006

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October 8, 1986 -October 13, 2007

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This quilt square reflects the life of Carolyn Alene Chandler. Carolyn married her true love, Joshua Chandler on September 22, 2007. Josh is pictured with Carolyn and their “baby girl Sassy.” Carolyn and Josh were married for a short three weeks, but the love they shared for one another will last a lifetime. Carolyn was a very passionate person who loved her family dearly. She was also a true diva and very strong in her

August 3, 1960 – August 17, 2017

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Always the helper here on earth that never realized the greatness he showed to the world.  This quilt square shows the hard work that never scared him and contains fingerprints of the man that had a huge servant’s heart.

December 25, 1962 -October 20, 2010

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Trent’s favorite color was purple because it means royalty. It was also one of our wedding colors. Why purple was his favorite color, John 19:2 is when the soldier put a crown of thorns and a purple robe on Jesus before he died for us. Daniel 5:16 Daniel was clothed in a purple robe of royal honor and with a gold chain because God gave him the gift to interpret dreams and solve difficult problems for the king and he became the third highest ruler in the kingdom.

December 8, 1962 -November 13, 2010

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Always a fan, in both good times and bad times, he always sported his Alabama gear. Roll Tide.

1936 – 2005

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September 10, 1992 – May 4, 2016

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July 26, 1999 – March 4, 2018

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Christen was a bright, beautiful young lady that loved the summertime, meeting new people, discovering new places and foods, and spending time with family and friends.

Misty Coheley, Mother

August 7, 1994 -March 17, 2013

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December 11, 1993 – December 12, 2015

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June 17, 1960 -September 30, 2010

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January 26, 1992 -February 6, 2013

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Eric was involved in a car accident on January 25, 2013, the evening before his 21st birthday. Eric and four of his friends were on their way to a Christian rock concert. The accident occurred on Trussville/Clay Road, 4 miles from where he lived. Eric was transported to the UAB Emergency Room and placed on life support. Eric was admitted to NICU later that evening, with a traumatic brain injury, a punctured lung and several other injuries. Eric fought hard for 12 days, but never regained consciousness. On February 5th Eric’s nurse told us to gather our family together. His doctor then explained to us that Eric was septic and that his heart wouldn’t last much longer. The information the doctor shared with us was very difficult to handle. At this time we all knew what Eric would want us to do.

Eric was always a very giving person, constantly helping out others, so we knew that he would want to help as many people as he could. With his mother, father, brothers and sisters-in-law by his side, he went to his heavenly home. With the organs donated from Eric, the medical staff was able to help save at least three lives on February 6th.

Eric was the youngest of three boys, the brother-in-law to two sisters-in-law and the uncle to one niece and three nephews, a grandson, a nephew and cousin.

Eric came into our lives as a gift through foster care at three days old and was later adopted.

Eric will be: Never Forgotten-Always Loved- Eric was truly a bright spot in so many people’s lives.

This quilt square represents Eric’s dream of one day working at Disney World. Eric’s favorite character was Jack Skellington from “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” The square is made from a pair of his favorite “skinny” jeans and his dad’s lounge pants.

May 3, 1956-May 10, 2014

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November 10, 1928 -May 14, 2008

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March 3, 1986 – December 27, 2016

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November 29, 1988 – December 11, 2018

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June 6, 1992 -January 29, 2011

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This quilt design is for Gillian Alexandria Crayton. She was born on June 6, 1992 and passed away on January 29, 2011. Gillian was a most unusual young lady. She graduated from high school on May 27, 2010, and entered Jr. College in August of that year. When she passed away, she had just entered her second semester. Her career choice was to major in English and minor in History. She wanted to be a high school English teacher and History teacher. She also wanted to attend Mortuary school. She wanted to be an embalmer during the summer months. Gillian was a Christian at her young age.

June 14, 1984 – September 15, 2017

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August 10, 1979 -March 21, 2005

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God Loaned us an Angel

Nicholas was always special; people were drawn to him with his striking good looks and a big smile on his face. Always helping others; he had many, many friends and loved ones. He wanted to be an organ donor so he could help someone have life. Such a selfless gift. We never miss an opportunity to honor my son. He died as he lived, “thinking of others.” My son, the Hero. To God be the Glory. The quilt square looks like puffy white clouds. We pray for these clouds. For our Lord will come back in the clouds and Nicholas will be with Him. And we will all be together again.

Julia Creel, Mother
Jason, Brother

November 23, 2005 – April 25, 2006

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December 13, 1967 -October 30, 2015

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November 8, 1963 -November 3, 2015

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August 29, 1944 -June 12, 2011

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The quilt square denotes a happy, charming sheepdog with his rifle. Unlike goats who listen to no one, sheep listen, recognize, and follow their Shepherd; but they were created defenseless. Their shepherd protects, rescues and guides them to safety. The sheepdog knows the righteous path. The sheepdog knows that his duty in this life is to protect and defend his sheep.

Dianne Cutshaw, Wife

June 7, 1979 – December 11, 2016

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October 12, 1992 – February 26, 2017

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October 4, 1974 -July 31, 2004

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On July 31, 2004, the Lord called Darryl Alan Darnell home. A 29 year-old body was left behind with healthy organs that were meant to be shared with others who needed a new life. Darryl wouldn’t have had it any other way. He was such a giver with a great big smile. He loved life and nature, and that’s the reason for the beautiful Red bird on the quilt square. To be able to share in this project is indeed a blessing to our entire family, because it is just another way to keep his memory alive. We totally support the entire Organ Donor program.

April 3, 1944 -January 15, 2007

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August 23, 1961 – December 27, 2010

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1950 – 2006

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January 26, 1970 – September 21, 2017

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July 14, 1986 -July 12, 2006

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February 21, 1966 -January 29, 2001

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LaWanna Benefield Dean was born on February 21, 1966 in Sylacauga, Alabama. The items on the quilt are: Nurse cap- became a pediatric nurse in ER at Children’s Hospital. Crayons- bought with own money for little patients. Music notes- played the piano and sung. Sunflowers, ladybugs and snowmen- favorite things. Kitten- pets, Cloe and Rio. Smile/braces- had a big smile with braces- called her “Silver Smile.” Buttons- most important thing in her life, daughter Lesli, nicknamed Buttons at birth by LaWanna’s grandfather. LaWanna passed away January 29, 2001. She is missed greatly by her family and friends.

1943 – 2007

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1947 – 2009

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1995 – 2005

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I am speaking on behalf of the family of Hanna Montez Dendy.

We lost our Hanna in an accident in July 2005, 9 days before her 10th birthday. Her birthday present was to be a surprise room make-over, using her favorite colors, hot pink and green.

Hanna’s quilt square represents those colors. The hot pink materials are scraps from a dress her Aunt Karen made for Hanna some years ago. The picture of Hanna was taken at a friend’s birthday party a week before the accident.

The buttons represent various aspects of Hanna’s life:

The “A” represents Hanna’s report cards…She was in the Spotlight Program for Gifted Children in her school.
The “cross” represents her faith in God as a member of Christ the King Catholic Church.
The “yellow butterfly” is our representation of Hanna’s spirit.
The “dog” and “cat” are for her pets Cricket and Belle.
The “cell phone” represents Hanna as a constant chatter box.
The “ladybug” reminds us of the time her bedroom window was infested with them.
The “flip flop” reminds us of a funny story when Hanna wore those to church one Sunday.

1934 – 2009

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July 10, 1952 -January 28, 2011

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She loved yellow roses. She was always working in the yard or involved in a remodeling project. She was an awesome, special lady who was able to give life in her death through organ donation.

April 5, 1968 -September 10, 2007

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