A Tribute to Providence Mission Hospital Organ Donors

Each day there are approximately 107,000 people on the national transplant waiting list, hoping that today might be the day that they receive the gift of life.  Every nine minutes another person is added to the waiting list.
 
This recognition page is dedicated to all the heroes who turned loss into hope and transformed lives through organ donation.  
 
On behalf of every person whose live has been saved through organ donation, and their grateful family members, Providence thanks you from the bottom of our hearts.

A Message from our CEO, Seth Teigen

Our Gracious Donors

phot-of-alvaroAlvaro Enrique Rebellon 

Alvaro was a family man, responsible and very funny.  Everyone remembers him for his jokes, laugh, and his peaceful attitude.  

 

 


andy-ai-photoAndy Luyen Ai 

Andy Luyen Ai devoted his life to helping others. He will always be celebrated as a devoted father, loving husband, supportive brother, and caring friend. 

 


ashley-grannum-photoAshely Grannum 

 

 

 


cassie-photoCassandra Emma “Cassie” Shaw 

Cassie loved life and people. She is in heaven smiling down on the four people her organs helped. Prayers answered for five people. 

 


chris-antes-photoChristopher K. Antes 

Loved & missed deeply by Mother, Father, Sister, Brother-in law, Nephews, Nieces and friends! Through our Hope and Faith in Jesus Christ, we will see you again! 

 


bouquet of rosesChristina Maureen (Gooding) Ruiz 

Gone too soon.  Loved by her precious children, her brother and mother.  She watches over us all now. We will never forget her.  

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christine-price-photoChristine Price 

Christine was the kindest and most loving person I ever knew.  The world just isn’t the same without her. 

 

 


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Darrell McKenzie 

Loving husband, father and son.  He will always be remembered and loved forever.  

 

 


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Dennis W. Revel 

Dennis loved the outdoors.  He loved to golf, and was active in a walking and hiking club in Laguna Niguel, CA.  

 

 


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Douglas Jeffery Jones 

Doug was thoughtful, caring, kind and loving.  He loved his family, boating and life. He was my everything and will live in my heart forever.  

 


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Eddie Maximo Tacub 

Missed for his love, kindness, and generosity but will live on in the hearts of his family and friends. Love you forever and always.  

 

 


jason-carbonell-photoJason Craig Carbonell 

Life will not be the same without Jason. We know his spirit will always live in our hearts. “Your life will always be a honey tapestry” .

 


bouquet of rosesJavier M. Vargas 

Javi eres nuestro ser de luz, gracias por tu amor y bondad, siempre te amaremos​.  

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john-cardosJohn Cardos 

 

 

 


john-mcginnis-photoJohn William McGinnis 

Your contributions to your family and friends were immeasurable.  You are our hero, and now a hero to many who received your gift of life.

 


photo-of-johnny-wedgeJohnny Wedge

Johnny was such a loving and caring person. He wished to help others struggling with alcohol and substance abuse through sober living. In loving celebration of the life of Johnny Wedge, the family established a memorial tribute fund at Hoag Hospital Foundation. This scholarship will assist others who do not have the financial means for this treatment program.

 


jorge-denaJorge Luis Dena Jr.  

Jorge brought joy to all who knew him in life, and with God’s grace, continues to in death as well.  

 

 


justin-knysh-photoJustin Graham Knysh 

We will always remember Justin for his calm simplicity, true kindness, quirky sense of humor, huge heart and generosity. He was a sensitive soul.  

 


kevin-hurley-photoKevin M. Hurley 

Our beloved Kevin M. Hurley left us too soon on 9-21-2020.  We will forever miss our handsome son, brother, cousin, friend.  Always remembered for his strength, smile, humor, physical fitness and his charm to help others.  

 


lawrence-cubit

Lawrence William Cubit 

You will always be remembered for your great kindness. You made us smile. Fair winds.  

 

 


laurie-weston

Laurie Anne Weston 

“Lipstick and a smile.” A whipsmart hostess with the mostess with a joyful and kind heart. Beloved sister and adored mamacita.  

 

 


mark-dobie

Mark Anthony Dobie 

Mark was fun, loving, compassionate person full of life and enjoyed helping others. Being an Organ Donor was his way to continue helping others.  

 

 


michele-clark

Michele Cienne Clarke 

You are missed so very much. One of the coolest moms & NaNa that ever lived.  

 

 


neil-kitner

Niel J. Kitner 

A life well lived – with no regrets.  Dedicated husband, father, grandfather, uncle & friend.  

 

 


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Patricia (Patsy) Kenahan 

She was an angel and will be missed. Love you Patsy.   

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paul-baldwin

Paul Baldwin 

Paul Baldwin touched, influenced and helped so many – even in Egypt, where the gift of sight was given. Loving and missing you always, your family.  

 

 


randy-garciaRandolph Paul Garcia 

We love you and miss you every day.   

 

 


richard-gayRichard Weston Gay 

Richard always wanted to give the best of himself to others; in life and again after his death.

 

 


bouquet of rosesRobert Cadalso

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sandy-bourtonSandy Bourdon 

Sandy, an amazing mother, wife & friend, would be happy to know she was able to help someone in need. She will be remembered fondly.  

 


scott-cortesScott Cortes

An avid surfer, snowboarder, Cal State Fullerton Senior, and a young man in love! He was ready to graduate and propose to his girlfriend with a ring he had purchased earlier in the summer. He was a vivacious, people person and loved working in the restaurant industry as a waiter in a high end dinner house. We miss his smiling face and particularly his love of family.

 


steven-sotoSteven Soto 

Missing our favorite son, brother and grandson. Your music, smile and laughter will forever be missed. We love you, Steven Soto.  

 

 


terri-purcellTerri L. Purcell 

“All that we are or ever hope to be, we owe to our angel Mother.” 

- Family of Terri Purcell 

 


bouquet of rosesTinsley C. Stetson 

He was an amazing man of God – a pastor, horse whisperer, great dad, & Grandad. We were married 51 years almost & well loved. ​  

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bouquet of rosesTyrone Williams 

Tyty, my darling 1st child. He is and has always been loving and far above his abilities.   

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vincent-rogersVincent F. Rodgers 

Retired Riverside city firefighter, avid golfer, fisherman, Angels baseball fan and loved cruising. Beloved husband, father and papa to his family.  

 

 


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John A. Segerstrom

Beloved son, brother, friend and husband. Blessed by God with engineering brilliance to improve this world, and give faith and eyesight to others. Miss you!

 


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Philip Kelly 

Phil was a bigger than life person. He made everyone feel loved and listened to. At the time of his passing, hundreds of loving remarks were sent to me.

 


A Prayer for Organ Donors

Lord God, by your sacred breath, you give life to all things. Through the love of humankind for one another, and through the wisdom of science and medicine, we have the ability to share that gift of life with one another. Every few minutes, another person is added to many organ request lists in order to save their life. Bless those men and women, and their families, who have volunteered to donate their organs. They share in the holy work of preserving life. Whether the recipient is a family member or a stranger, their gift is a precious reminder of their love for all people and an extension of God’s love. Bless those caregivers who are a part of the organ donor program and the transplant teams. May we always give you thanks and praise for the opportunity we have to share in your work of creation by giving the gift of life.

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