Dylan P. Thompson Memorial Fundraiser for DMD
Tax deductible
Dear all family, friends and loved ones,
On Monday May 3rd, 2021, we lost a true fighter and an amazing human being, Dylan P. Thompson. With our deepest sorrow, he is no longer with us due to an unexpected accident. He spent the past 27 years fighting Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. He made incredible contributions to the lives of his loved ones and the community. He was a true inspiration and influence everyone in his life in such an impactful way. If you knew Dylan you knew he had a huge heart and was always rooting for the underdog.
Dylan was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy around age five. DMD is a disease that affects the muscles, leading to the muscle deteriorating and gets worse over time. The symptoms of DMD include progressive weakness and loss (atrophy) of both skeletal and heart muscle. His family successfully dedicated their lives to promote a healthy and happy life for Dylan. He was always encouraged to play sports with his cousins and he loved to attend the countless family parties. Dylan was blessed to have the assistance from his service dog Mallie for 12 long years with whom he absolutely cherished. With the hard work and infinite love of his family, Dylan's Footprint Fundraiser was created that raised money towards a handicapped accessible vehicle. This allowed his world to grow so much bigger. He loved drives to local beaches, attending concerts, spending summers at Cape Cod and walks outside in the beautiful outdoors.
Dylan played such a vital role at Harborfields High School. The amazing staff and students always provided him with the support he needed to have a fulfilling high school experience. He was the assistant basketball coach of the varsity team and helped led the team to victory at state champions 2011-2012. In his last few months he spent his time as an assistant football coach for the junior varsity team. He attended all games rain or shine. His dedication to Harborfields will always be remembered.
With the extensive help of his mother Gloria, Dylan created his own freelance design business called Dylan Thompson Art. He drew and designed custom note cards, canvases and assorted products which he sold online and throughout the Long Island Community. His art has been displayed in multiple art galleries and fine art shows which were admired and loved by everyone. His art was featured in the local paper on numerous occasions and inspired many artists who were honored to meet him. As part of his legacy, his business will continue and his products can be bought on his website: https://www.dylanthompsonart.com/.
Dylan was the BIGGEST New York Jets fan. From the infinite Jets memorabilia in his room to the countless games he attended with his father Paul, sister Deanna and friends, Dylan was always extremely dedicated and hopeful for his team. We would like to thank the New York Jets for providing Dylan with such joy, encouragement and the perfect escape throughout the years he needed to continue on the fight for his happiness.
No matter how hard life tried to put him down, he found a way to rise above its difficulties in order to pursue his dreams and a life worth living. He taught us what it means to be a wonderful son, brother, cousin, nephew and friend. He taught us to always fight for what we want and to never give up. Finally, he taught us to be grateful and value the life we live because no matter how hard your life can get, not anyone can fight as hard as Dylan fought all these years. Rest in Peace Dylan. Words can not describe how much we love and miss you.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to help continue the research to cure Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. This disease affects thousands of children and adults worldwide. The day DMD is cured is the day that the world will become a better place to live.
"Out of your pain, can come your purpose. You never really get over it, you get past it." -Dylan wrote this the night before he passed.
If you like to check out the beautiful life Dylan lived, please feel free to check out this Google Album I made: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ptpEybRiELe4S8ub9
On Monday May 3rd, 2021, we lost a true fighter and an amazing human being, Dylan P. Thompson. With our deepest sorrow, he is no longer with us due to an unexpected accident. He spent the past 27 years fighting Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. He made incredible contributions to the lives of his loved ones and the community. He was a true inspiration and influence everyone in his life in such an impactful way. If you knew Dylan you knew he had a huge heart and was always rooting for the underdog.
Dylan was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy around age five. DMD is a disease that affects the muscles, leading to the muscle deteriorating and gets worse over time. The symptoms of DMD include progressive weakness and loss (atrophy) of both skeletal and heart muscle. His family successfully dedicated their lives to promote a healthy and happy life for Dylan. He was always encouraged to play sports with his cousins and he loved to attend the countless family parties. Dylan was blessed to have the assistance from his service dog Mallie for 12 long years with whom he absolutely cherished. With the hard work and infinite love of his family, Dylan's Footprint Fundraiser was created that raised money towards a handicapped accessible vehicle. This allowed his world to grow so much bigger. He loved drives to local beaches, attending concerts, spending summers at Cape Cod and walks outside in the beautiful outdoors.
Dylan played such a vital role at Harborfields High School. The amazing staff and students always provided him with the support he needed to have a fulfilling high school experience. He was the assistant basketball coach of the varsity team and helped led the team to victory at state champions 2011-2012. In his last few months he spent his time as an assistant football coach for the junior varsity team. He attended all games rain or shine. His dedication to Harborfields will always be remembered.
With the extensive help of his mother Gloria, Dylan created his own freelance design business called Dylan Thompson Art. He drew and designed custom note cards, canvases and assorted products which he sold online and throughout the Long Island Community. His art has been displayed in multiple art galleries and fine art shows which were admired and loved by everyone. His art was featured in the local paper on numerous occasions and inspired many artists who were honored to meet him. As part of his legacy, his business will continue and his products can be bought on his website: https://www.dylanthompsonart.com/.
Dylan was the BIGGEST New York Jets fan. From the infinite Jets memorabilia in his room to the countless games he attended with his father Paul, sister Deanna and friends, Dylan was always extremely dedicated and hopeful for his team. We would like to thank the New York Jets for providing Dylan with such joy, encouragement and the perfect escape throughout the years he needed to continue on the fight for his happiness.
No matter how hard life tried to put him down, he found a way to rise above its difficulties in order to pursue his dreams and a life worth living. He taught us what it means to be a wonderful son, brother, cousin, nephew and friend. He taught us to always fight for what we want and to never give up. Finally, he taught us to be grateful and value the life we live because no matter how hard your life can get, not anyone can fight as hard as Dylan fought all these years. Rest in Peace Dylan. Words can not describe how much we love and miss you.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to help continue the research to cure Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. This disease affects thousands of children and adults worldwide. The day DMD is cured is the day that the world will become a better place to live.
"Out of your pain, can come your purpose. You never really get over it, you get past it." -Dylan wrote this the night before he passed.
If you like to check out the beautiful life Dylan lived, please feel free to check out this Google Album I made: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ptpEybRiELe4S8ub9
Organizer
Natalia Caballero
Organizer
Centerport, NY
The Parent Project for Muscular Dystrophy Research Inc.
Registered nonprofit
Donations are typically 100% tax deductible in the US.
