RALPH HOWELL, HEART RECIPIENT
My name is Ralph and my story began in August 2004 when I was diagnosed with Cardiomyopathy. For years I was treated with medication, but by 2010 my disease had progressed. I had a pacemaker/defibrillator implanted which saved my life on two or three occasions. By 2012 I had to have a heart pump and was told that the only way to prolong my life was to receive a heart transplant.
On October 14, 2012, just one week before my 62nd birthday, I received my new heart. Words cannot describe the feelings someone has when they get that phone call. Through the miracle gift of my heart transplant, I am able to continue my life with my wife and children.
There is not a day that goes by that I don’t thank God and my donor for giving me another chance at life.
On October 14, 2012, just one week before my 62nd birthday, I received my new heart. Words cannot describe the feelings someone has when they get that phone call. Through the miracle gift of my heart transplant, I am able to continue my life with my wife and children.
There is not a day that goes by that I don’t thank God and my donor for giving me another chance at life.