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2024-09-04 18:04:00
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A Chattanooga family is mourning the loss of 10-year-old Jo Kion Morgan (KJ), who tragically drowned during a pool party on August 24. KJ, beloved for his big personality and love for sports, was excited about attending a sleepover with his cousin. After a tragic accident, his parents faced the heart-wrenching decision to donate his organs. With no brain damage, KJ initially showed signs of recovery but deteriorated after two days. His liver, kidneys, and pancreas were donated, saving the lives of four babies. Now, his family is raising money for his funeral. They plan to honor him by releasing balloons in his favorite colors, orange and blue. The Morgans emphasize the importance of water safety for children and are seeking community support to cover the funeral expenses.
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A Tennessee family is mourning the loss of 10-year-old Jo Kion Morgan, affectionately known as KJ, who tragically drowned during a pool party on August 24th. In a heartfelt decision, KJ’s parents chose to donate his organs, ultimately saving the lives of four infants. Now, the family is seeking financial help to cover the expenses of KJ’s funeral.
KJ, the youngest in his family, was described by his mother, Karma Morgan, as a vibrant and friendly child who loved sports and easily made friends. The incident occurred when KJ eagerly attended a sleepover pool party, during which he accidentally drowned. Though his cousins managed to resuscitate him initially, KJ’s condition worsened, and he passed away two days later. While at the hospital, Karma saw an advertisement highlighting the need for organ donations for infants, leading the family to make the compassionate choice to donate KJ’s liver, kidneys, and pancreas.
The Morgans now face the challenge of financing KJ’s funeral without burial insurance. They plan to honor KJ by releasing orange and blue balloons, his favorite colors, at the service. The family is also using this moment to advocate for greater vigilance around water safety to prevent similar tragedies. They hope to raise the necessary funds for the funeral and eventually heal from their heartbreaking loss. Donations to assist with funeral expenses are being accepted through a link provided by their local news community.
