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<div>I never imagined I'd be writing something like this, but my family and I need your help. Our father, a hardworking, humble, and selfless man, is facing an unimaginable health crisis. His liver is failing, and his cancer is spreading. Without a suitable transplant, he won't survive past 6 months.




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<div>For as long as I can remember, my dad has put everyone else before himself. He has worked tirelessly to provide for our family, ensuring we had opportunities he never had, paying the bills, supporting my education, and never once asking for anything in return. Even in his toughest moments, he stayed silent, never wanting to burden us. When he underwent laser therapy a few months ago, we didn't even know until the day of because he had no choice but to call my mom for a ride home. He kept his pain to himself, afraid that worrying us would get in the way of our lives.




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<div>Beyond his devotion to our family, my dad has always been committed to his community. He has used his construction skills to build housing for the nuns at St. Andrew's Catholic Church at a steep personal loss and has provided toys for underserved children in Vietnam. His and my mom's dream is to retire in the countryside of Vietnam to spend their last years caring for underprivileged youth, giving the last of their days in service to others and God. Even now, in the midst of this tragedy, his thoughts remain with those he hopes to help.




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<div>Even through unbearable pain, my dad refuses to slow down. He continues working 40+ hours a week, running his small construction business not for himself, but to make sure my mom is taken care of and that I can finish my last term of college. That’s just who he is. He has always put his family first, no matter the cost.




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<div>As refugees from Vietnam and Laos, my parents built a life from nothing, I can never repay them for the sacrifices they made to give me a future. We’ve struggled, living paycheck to paycheck, but they never let that stop them from supporting my dreams. My dad has always been my rock, the one who carried every burden so we wouldn’t have to.




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<div>My dad doesn't even know we started this fundraiser, and if he did, he'd probably be upset with me. He has always hated asking for help. But right now, he needs it more than ever.




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<div>We are reaching out to you, our community, with a heartfelt plea: if you can contribute in any way, whether through donations, prayers, or simply sharing this message, we would be forever grateful. Your generosity would help us:




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<div>We are clinging to hope, hope that with your love, support, and access to medical care, we can give him more time with us. As we navigate this difficult journey, one thing is certain: he will not face it alone.




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<div>From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. Your kindness, generosity, and love mean more than words can express.




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<div>With endless gratitude,




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<div>Eric, Emily and the Nguyen Family

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Help Us Give our Father More Time with a Liver Transplant

<div>On the morning of July 26, 2023, Deputy Charles “Chuck” Doze’ and two of his coworkers, Deputy Samantha Burkhead and Deputy Christopher Schroeder, arrived at an apartment complex in the city of Tualatin located in Washington County, Oregon to serve civil paperwork. Instead of being greeted by the occupant, they were greeted with gunfire. 
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<div>Deputy Doze’ was struck several times in his face, arms and chest. He sustained life-threatening and life-altering injuries. He was rescued as his co-workers returned fire and was rushed to a local trauma hospital. Deputy Doze’ is currently recovering in intensive care at a hospital in the Portland Metro area surrounded by his family, including his wife and children. 
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<div>The proceeds of this account will be used to assist the Doze’ family through the long and difficult healing process. We are thankful Deputy Doze' is alive and want to do everything we can to support him and his family.
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Deputy Charles "Chuck" Doze' and family

<div>For those who don't know me, I am Melissa, Ashley's mother. I am trying to help raise funds with the assistance of Brandy Portman for Ashley &amp; her husband Daniel to help with bills and expenses that they have and will continue to accrue while she is out of work. She was admitted to the hospital Saturday 4/30. They then found a mass in the center of her brain. She was transfered to Toledo to a neurology unit where the decided it was a tumor. She is undergoing the first brain surgery on May 4th (Star Wars Day) to see it better and hopefully biopsy it. We pray it is non-malignant and nothing but good outlook for treatment. Till then, their bills are piling up and I expect she will still be out of work for a while. Any help is so greatly appreciated by all of us. Prayers, thoughts, wishes and shares are also greatly needed. I will post updates here as they come after the surgery. Thank you for all you can do.
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Henrique Keen

Henrique Keen

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