SHARE YOUR ‘JOURNEY OF THE HEART’ WITH A ROSE IN THE DONATE LIFE FLOAT’S DEDICATION GARDEN

Donate Life Float


To date, 86 dedications from 22 states and the District of Columbia have been made for this year’s Donate Life Dedication Garden.

Each $30 charitable contribution in memory, honor or support of a loved one includes a rose with your message in the Donate Life float’s Dedication Garden; your personalized dedication posted on the float website; a thank you card acknowledging your dedication; a personalized digital certificate emailed to you; and the joy of knowing you are helping the Donate Life float inspire the world to be organ, eye and tissue donors! When making your dedication you also have the option of sending the card and digital certificate as a gift. Dedicate your rose today:

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Following is a selection of this year’s dedications to date:

· Missouri: In Memory of Brandon Hsueh. Brandon came to us on a sunny day 14 years ago. He left us on a sunny day 10 months ago. He could brighten any place and bring smiles to anyone. He was and always will be our dearest son and brother.
· Connecticut: In Memory of Tyler Alexander Brozowski. Dearest Tyler: May your passing not be in vain and may your memory, heart and spirit live on in those we help in your name. You are in my soul always and forever. Love, Mom
· California: In Honor of Brian Davis. You're the best brother. You saved my life and that is something I will never be able to repay, but I want you to know that I will always love you and brag that I have the best brother alive.
· Texas: In Memory of David H. Ritz. To the Love of My Life: Dave, I miss you so very much. I am counting the months and days until I can join you in Heaven. All My Love Forever, Becky
· Illinois: In Memory of Donna S. Payne. Loved forever, missed every day.
· California: In Support of Cameron Fischer. Precious son, your courage in handling life's challenges is amazing. You are an inspiration. Your beautiful spirit continues to grow & your gratitude for life is so much more than most will ever know.
· Arkansas: In Memory of Elzie Cain. I love you to the moon & back. Love, Mom
· South Dakota: In Memory of Ryan Anthony Cressman. Thank you Ryan for giving the gift of life to many others. Well done.

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