One of Holly's friends had something bad happen...

[Xplantdad]

Holly's early childhood best friend Adam (you may remember him from a post a few years ago sitting with Holly at a heart transplant reunion)passed away this past Wednesday. He was in his freshman year in college in San Fransisco http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

He was born a week before Holly and was transplanted a week after Holly. They were pretty much inseperable as young kids...as they had to go to clinic 3 times a week during the early years after transplantation.

If you are religious, please pray for Adam and his family(and even for Holly...as this has hit her (and Lynn and I) pretty hard).

The funeral is going to be sometime after Christmas.

Please allow me to share a few photos with you.

Adam's first birthday party (Adam was at Holly's first birthday party...and is mentioned in the article I posted a while back)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v645/xplantdad/Adam/tn_adam1.jpg

Another birthday...I'd guess 3 years old?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v645/xplantdad/Adam/tn_adam4.jpg

Holly and Adam on the beach at Mission Bay in San Diego http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v645/xplantdad/Adam/tn_Adam3.jpg

Holly and Adam at a "Safety Fair" at Loma Linda Hospital (where they were transplanted)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v645/xplantdad/Adam/tn_adam2.jpg

And finally, Adam's senior picture from high school

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v645/xplantdad/Adam/tn_adam5.jpg


We will miss you Adam... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

[mockingbird812]

So sorry to hear of this very sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys.

[66 L78 ragtop]

Bruce, very sorry to hear about Adam. Sounds like he was close to your family and a big part of Holly's support network...absolutely devastating

Heartfelt prayers sent. Make sure Holly knows that she has a national community of friends and supporters here on this website.

Post or PM me their address...I would like to make a donation http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[Xplantdad]

Orlando...PM sent.

Here's the article that talks about Adam as well...

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b156/lotsayenkopics/holly%20newspaper/tn_June3rd1991.jpg

[Xplantdad]

Finally, here's the post from a few years ago...with Holly and Adam...at a transplant reunion.

Sorry that this is such a 'downer' post...but it's really hit us hard http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/showflat...true#Post224535 (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=0&Board=lounge&Number=224535&Sear chpage=2&Main=224535&Words=Loma&topic=&Search=true #Post224535)

[ORIGLS6]

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Sorry that this is such a 'downer' post...but it's really hit us hard http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif



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When times are hard you turn to your friends and family. It's nice to know you thought of us. Sad news at any point in our lives, but especially so at this time of year.

We'll be praying for Adam, his family and the Blythes as well.

[Postsedan]

Bruce,

My heart bleeds for Adam and his family.....My deepest condolences for Adam and his family. May God bless Adam.

Dan.

[sYc]

All of you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

[Dog427435]

Very sorry to hear that news - you are all in our prayers.

[SS427]

Very sad to hear of this Bruce. You had spoke of Adam many times and he sounded like not only a great kid but also someone very special to Holly. I cannot imagine how hard this has not only hurt her but scared her in more ways then one. Our prayers go out to not only Adam's family but also to your family and especially Holly. Please let her know we are all there for her.

Is there any way you could give us a way to contact Adam's family through the mail. I think it would be nice for them to know how much Adam and Holly have impacted many peoples lives over the years and let them know the the sYc family is there for them especially over the Holidays. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

[bergy]

Very sorry for this loss Bruce - I know that it must leave a hole in your heart. We're prayin' brother!

[Shevelle]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif
Very sad news. Our prayers go out to Adam's family. Bruce, may you and your family find strength in each other in the days to come.

[John]

Very sorry to hear this news.
...Each of us have a purpose here on earth and his was to give Holly and all those around him support thru their difficult times.
...Please let Holly know that "he is with her, now more then ever".
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.

[Tommy]

Will be Praying for you all here too Bruce.


Tommy http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif

[CC Rider]

Sorry to hear this Bruce. This has certainly been a challenging year. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours, and for Adam's family.

[1970Ls6]

I am sorry to hear about this http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif , Praying for everyone

Reid

[Eddie M.]

Bruce.....Donna and I are sorry to hear this.
You all will be in our prayers

[L72COPO]

Bruce, so sorry for your families loss.

Don and Judi

[ZAPPER68]

Hi Bruce, So Sorry for the loss of your friend... Sad times, hang in there.

Cal &Sandi

[flyingn]

we are so sorry. You guys will be in our prayers..

[DarrenX33]

I just saw this. I am so sorry to hear this news Bruce and Co. Prayers from all of us. Always to hard to see this happen to someone so young. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif

[TimG]

Thanks for letting us know, what great pictures.

[Xplantdad]

Thanks everyone for the support. It helps a lot. We have some pictures scanned...and I sent a few to Rick and Annie...as they brought back some really great (and yet at the same time some painful) memories...

Adam was such a part of our life from day one after transplant. He was the "benchmark" that we looked to for how Holly would progress...as he didn't have the delays that Holly experienced http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

It also helped that he had an awesome mom. We are going to try and be there in any way for his mom and family...but it's really hard http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

[SSJunkie68-69]

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family as well as Adam's family.

Tom

[firez]

It is hard to hold back the tears and I did not even know Adam . What a great looking young man,I can only say WHY?

[PeteLeathersac]

What sad news..
I remember you mentioning Adam a few times here too..
Our thoughts and prayers are with Adam's family also Holly, you and your family too Bruce..
Please give Holly some hugs from us all here..

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif
~ Pete

[Xplantdad]

According to the coroners report...he just had a bad heart rhythm...which caused him to go into V-Fib...they tried cardioversion to no avail.

God has other plans for Adam http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

I will give Holly all the support that she wants. I think that she's still in shock (as I think that Lynn and I are as well...

We may visit Adam's mom this Wednesday...I think it would do all of us some good.

[69Tom]

Sorry to hear about this Bruce. I always feel bad for the family and friends when tragedy strikes, but I feel even worse for them when it happens around the holidays.

My condolences.

[GRB]

I can't imagine the pain all of you must feel right now. I don't know how parents accept losing a child.

[Xplantdad]

As an addendum to this post...Adam's funeral will be this coming Wednesday in San Diego, with a get together afterwards in Alpine.

We will be there.

Rick N., if you still want the addy...I can send it to you


Thanks again for all of your support. You guys are great.

Bruce, Lynn and Holly....

[SS427]

Yes, please do.

[1970Ls6]

Prayers for all of you in these tough times.

Reid

[Xplantdad]

Thanks Reid...it's much appreciated

[Xplantdad]

Here's Adam obit...

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/signons...p;pid=138170510 (http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/signonsandiego/obituary.aspx?n=adam-alexander-st-martin&pid=138170510)

[MrsBillyBobcat]

Bruce,

Thanks for posting Adam's Obituary...I had tears in my eyes even though I did not know him. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

I was not aware that he had TWO heart transplants and a kidney transplant.

That's awesome that he gave the gift of life to others in need by donating his tissues and organs. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to you, your family and Adam's family at this difficult time.

Rita

[1970Ls6]

Thanks for the link, i had tears in my eyes as well, hard to believe that could happen to someone only a month younger than me, it hits home...... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif It is people like Adam and Holly that make me want to donate blood and become an organ donor.

Praying for everyone,

Reid

['69Novajoe]

Bruce, I pray for peace and strength in this trying time. God bless you guys,
Joe C.

[Xplantdad]

Thanks Rita, Reid, Joe and everyone else. We went to the funeral on Wednesday. It was REALLY hard...and at the same time comforting for Holly...as she was finally able to 'let go' with her emotions.

Adam was a super kid... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Salvatore]

Hi Bruce - its Vera, Sam's "better half"! Thank you for sharing this - the reality of transplant is something we just have to learn to live with everyday, and cherish everyday with our "kids" - Both Joey and Holly have been given the most precious gift on earth, and I know like us, you never take it for granted. Please share our condolences with Adams family- I am sure it was very difficult for all of them. Vera

[Xplantdad]

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Hi Bruce - its Vera, Sam's "better half"! Thank you for sharing this - the reality of transplant is something we just have to learn to live with everyday, and cherish everyday with our "kids" - Both Joey and Holly have been given the most precious gift on earth, and I know like us, you never take it for granted. Please share our condolences with Adams family- I am sure it was very difficult for all of them. Vera

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Vera...you are so right. Give Joey a hug for all of us, please? I will let Gloria know...

If you are on Facebook...I can suggest that Gloria add you to the Adam St. Martin memorial page. You should get to know Gloria...she is an awesome lady! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Xplantdad]

Wow...it's been a year and a few days since Adam passed away. We still miss him terribly...

Hid bright smile and totally positive outlook on life is something that I will never forget.

Adam...you were the best!

[MrsBillyBobcat]

Bruce,

Hope his family is doing well and I have no doubt you will think of him every year at this time.

I try to see the &quot;positive&quot; in things (as difficult as that is sometimes!), so I can't help but think you would not have all those wonderful memories of Adam had it not been for the kindess and generosity of his organ donors. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif

&quot;Choose Life-Donate!&quot; ~ Bruce

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[1970Ls6]

Bruce,
Both your family and his family have been in my prayers every day since this happened, and you will continue to be every day. Give Holly a big hug from my whole family. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
oh, and by the way <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/BruceRocks.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/HollyRocks.gif

Adam: To take a quote from Bruce Springsteen &quot;When they built you brother, They broke the mold&quot; and also you may be missing but you will never be forgotten.

You are missing (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HRY8YcszwA)

Take care,
Reid

[Xplantdad]

Rita...you are right. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Reid, you amaze me every day with your insight, awareness and attitude towards life. In many ways, you are just like Adam.

Like my good friend Ken once said, &quot;Thanks for being you&quot;!