The 14th annual Green Chair Donate Life Sit-In is underway, bringing attention to the importance of organ donation through personal stories from recipients and donor families. Pam and Kevin Foltz shared the story of their loved one, Michael Foltz, a former police officer who tragically passed away following a biking accident. His family faced the difficult decision of organ donation when doctors informed them there was no hope for recovery.
Pam Foltz explained that Michael had always been an organ donor and that, even if he hadn’t made that choice, his giving nature would have led them to donate. His organs helped several individuals: a woman received his kidneys, a man received his liver, and his corneas provided sight to others. The Foltz family expressed a sense of peace knowing that something positive emerged from their tragedy, helping them navigate their grief.
Kevin Foltz, affiliated with Life Connections of Ohio, encouraged families hesitant about organ donation to educate themselves about its benefits, emphasizing that donation can save lives and provide a lasting legacy. He highlighted the necessity of spreading awareness, as many people are still waiting for transplants. The Green Chair Sit-In serves as a vital reminder of the ongoing need for organ donors and the impact their decisions can have on others’ lives.
