My name is Timothy Lyons.  I am a 45 year old proud father of three and grandfather. I live in Sturgeon Bay, WI. I came here ten years ago to work as  a contractor. In 2010 I had to stop working due to my deteriorating health.
           A year ago I sought treatment for Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Doctors at the clinic have given me hope  that one day I can live a normal life again. I may even be able to return  to work!  However, I have a long journey ahead of me.
         Recently i completed my pre-transplant work-up for kidney transplantation.  On February 6, 2015 I was placed on the transplant waiting   list. This means that I can begin searching for potential living donors.
        While I do have health insurance, there are many related expenses that   insurance will not cover. Out of pocket expenses such as travel, transportation, food, and lodging. I have also been told about the myriad of   expenses associated with having a transplanted organ.  This includes but is not limited to  insurance deductibles, medications, etc. I am not in a position  financially to afford everything that I will need to get me through the   toughest stages of recovery, but I pray that God will make a way.
           I hope that you will find it in your heart to donate to my cause. Every  little bit helps and will be appreciated. I  thank you for taking the time to consider my plea.

If you have any questions feel free to contact me.
Gratefully Yours,
                               Timothy Lyons