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Support River Wolf & His Family❤️

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***Since some are not aware, the GoFundMe tip is optional. You should be able to slide the tip to “$0” instead of their standard percentage when leaving a donation. If you would like to Venmo Sonny's wife, Jona, her name @JonaLanier and last four digits of her number is 6977.

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The Bert Show Interview (Play Spotify  • Play Apple Podcasts )  |  11Alive Clip  |  CBS46 Feature 


UPDATE: We've been blown away by the love and support, so wanted to clarify that according to current research, Sonny's conditions are not curable, so this family will need long-term support no matter how things progress on the medical side. We'll continue to raise the threshold for this campaign as you guys continue to love on this family so beautifully.

Sonny with his wife and three kids: River (5.5), Dakota (4yo), and Shae (2yo)

The Story So Far:

Sonny was suddenly hospitalized on February 1st due to the aggressive onset of two rare autoimmune diseases. Doctors are still looking for a treatment that will slow the progression of these diseases, while also waiting for an emergency double-lung transplant to save his life.  
Georgia locals may know Sonny (artists name River Wolf) from performing on the patio at Izumi’s (Woodstock & Cumming), XenGo Fusion, fishing off of his kayak, or playing with his three kids at the local parks. If you know him, you also know his unbelievably giving heart and his love for people.

He was previously out of work for several months, trying to get answers for his symptoms. Jona, his wife, is now on paid leave (thank you OneCoast) to be with him at the hospital, while their three children remain in the care of close family. 

(Below, Kayak Angler Feature in 2018 and album artwork for his 2020 single.)

(CBS46 Coverage)

"Miracle in Marietta" Wedding 
On February 11th, Sonny surprised us all by waking from sedation many hours before expected, and fully himself. The first thing his doctor suggested was that the hospital throw together something Sonny had been asking for since first arriving at the hospital: a wedding for the love of his life.

In less than 5 hours; family, friends, and their three children were gathered around the Wellstar Kennestone Garden, cheering the new Mr. & Mrs. Legaspi. Healthcare staff were gathered at the windows on every floor, waving and holding signs congratulating the couple.
 
Keep him, his family, and the many people who love him all in your prayers.


**(This campaign is being run by Sonny’s good friend Dee, & sister-in-law, Abbey.
Please reach out anytime if you have questions or would like help in sharing this story.***

Abbey: [phone redacted]

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  • Addison Nicholson
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    • $1,000 
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    • $500 
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Organizer and beneficiary

Deidra Smith
Organizer
Woodstock, GA
Jona Allen
Beneficiary

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