We found out almost 2 weeks ago that our nephew/cousin Jason (in khaki pants) has been diagonosed with an extremely rare type of lymphoma (Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH to be brief). (In the words of his mom, Mary - John's sister) "This is a condition where the white blood cells are attacking the other blood cells and and T-cell lymphoproliferative disorder where the T-cells are reproducing abnormally. His treatment plan is chemotherapy and likely a bone marrow transplant." His younger sister is a bone marrow match.Reading their updates over the last week and the letters from Jason's brother and sister serving missions has been amazing. I was touched with the letter of gratitude and encouragement that Mary sent to her missionaries. "We will all 'gird up our loins, fresh courage take.'" This family IS amazing. I'm blessed to be a part of their family!
Jason fought a fierce battle that ended last night.
I will miss his smile. His gentle teasing. His sweet "Hello Aunt Corin" whenever I saw him. He was a smart, wonderful, friendly and brave young man. Someday he will greet me once again with his "Hello Aunt Corin" and that wonderful smile.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his amazing parents and siblings (two of which are serving missions in South America).
Families ARE Forever.
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The Gospel is amazing and brings such comfort at times like these. I know that the good Lord has great plans and need for him on the other side of the veil. To know of his joy to be serving the Lord is so comforting.
Families are forever! And what a
Powerfully strong family you belong
To. Our prayers are with you during
This hard time.
I am so sorry to read this news. God bless you all.
i just KNEW that our prophet was talking about your sweet nephew and his family today in his conference address. what an inspiring story of faith!
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