In light of world events, true heroes are more prevalent today then ever before.
Memories & Miracles
Zac's Challenge to be a Hero
Zac Wildhaber
Zac loved the outdoors and would spend hours fixing something or putting something together. He loved to fish, hunt, and hang with his friends. But, most of all, Zac liked to make people smile.
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At MTS, we have a unique group of heroes...those courageous enough to give the gift of life and those courageous enough to accept this gift and carry on.
A Hero through the Gift of Tissue Donation
Tom Crooks, donor
My husband, Tom, was one of the most vibrant people I have ever known. He was twice a hero in a 12 year time span.
A "Thank You" to Recipients
David Tubbs, donor
My thank you is to the families that received my son’s organs and tissues after his passing on December 24, 2006.
Keeping Amy's memory alive
Amy Wetzel, donor
Our family had never talked about organ donation, but my husband and I looked at each other and just knew it was the right thing to do.
Kidney Recipient Lives Semper Gumby
Billy Key, recipient
As a Coast Guard Academy recruiter and public affairs officer for the Coast Guard Auxillary, Billy Key often teaches potential cadets the institution’s motto, Semper Paratus, meaning “always ready." But another cadet phrase, Semper Gumby, became a way of life for this kidney recipient.
