FPO: A Miami man’s legacy: How organ donations saved lives

When Renee Jones lost her son Trevin Reddick in Miami, her “yes” to organ donation gave Don Anacker, of Orlando, a second chance at life. They share their story to honor Trevin’s legacy and inspire Floridians to register as donors. Renee Jones, mother of donor: On Oct. 18, 2011, my world stopped. My son Trevin, just 19, was shot and critically injured in Miami. For two weeks, I sat by his side, praying for a miracle. I wanted so desperately for him to live. But in my heart, I knew my boy would not survive. The night before he passed, I dreamed of my late mother. In that dream, she opened a door and gently guided Trevin through. The next day, my son was called home. Trevin, who attended Miami Central High, was kind, selfless and always the first to lend a helping hand. He didn’t like to see others struggle. When the doctors asked about organ donation, I didn’t know much about the process. Trevin was not a registered donor, but I knew who he was and what he stood for. And so I said “yes” on his behalf.