April 21, 2017
Today 04/21/2017 --We are celebrating the National Donate Life Month in recognition of those who's lives have been changed through transplant.
I was asked to write a short story about what "new life" means to me and the impact its had on my life through living donation!
What new life means to me:
I was lucky enough to receive the gift of life from my Father, Chris Zerfass, September 10th, 2014. At 24 years old, receiving my kidney transplant has allowed me to see what else life has in store for me. Everyday I wake up thankful for this opportunity my Dad has given me. Since transplant I have grown closer to people that mean the most to me and made new friends, I have fallen madly in love with the girl of my dreams, Meghan, we’re getting married in September and currently in the process of buying our first home, I have stood by my best friend of 26 years while he married his soul mate, Kelly, AND I have recently learned that there will be a new addition to the family this October (my future Niece OR Nephew)!!
My new (61 year old) kidney has allowed me to experience so many beautiful things in life! Without it who knows if I would’ve been fortunate enough to experience these amazing life events. I am humbled by the amount of support I receive daily from my family, friends and fiancé. There is no greater joy in the world to me than to be surrounded by the amazing people I have in my life. I am blessed beyond belief and through my faith in the Lord I know I will continue to be.
-Christopher Zerfass
January 11, 2017
Just wanted to send out an update on Christopher. It has been some time. Time sure does fly, life is just so busy.
By the grace of God Christopher's health has been good ;) No bumps in the road for him. He has been to date very successful with the transplant.
He has since moved back to Philadelphia, didn't waste much time getting back to the city of brotherly love! Christopher loves the area, his now significant other (to be) resides there. Yes, to be!
In August 2016, Christopher got engaged to Meghan Geiser! We are truly blessed with this Gem and so is Christopher. We couldn't have asked for a better, better half for our son! The wedding is planned for September 29th, 2017! We are excited and are looking forward to this HAPPY event and his continued good health!
Thanks again for all your support;
The Zerfass Family!
February 5, 2016
Just a quick UPDATE:
Christopher, since transplant is doing well. He recently moved to Philadelphia and is continuing with his career at CPS. Living Life to the fullest and is very happy! BLESSINGS!
Dad, is doing well too. Continuing in the "getting back to good health" after a very long 10 month recovery. He is back to working harder than ever!
Please continue to keep them both in your prayers for continued GOOD health!
With much love and appreciation;
The Zerfass Family!
December 9, 2014
Greetings Friends and Family;
Just wanted to update you on Christopher and his dad, Chris.
Christopher is doing VERY well, no signs of rejection, Dr. is very happy with his progress and he is feeling really good!
His Dad, Chris is still struggling getting through his recovery. It's been 3 months and he is STILL having unresolved health issues. I ask all of you to PLEASE continue to keep them both in your prayers as they continue on their road to recovery!
We wish all of you a VERY Healthy Blessed Holiday Season & New Year!
Love & Best Wishes;
The entire Zerfass Family!
October 29, 2014
Just wanted to send an update on the both Christopher and Chris.
Christopher is doing well, getting back to "normalcy" work, play etc. While Dad is still struggling from the transplant surgery. He, (Dad) was recently admitted back into the hospital for infection, he's currently home now. Still has a port from the pancreas and now another from the kidney area. Need to get him back to GOOD HEALTH and feeling better. Please keep Chris in your prayers for his well needed recovery from this ordeal. While keeping both, Christopher and Chris in your prayer's as they continue in the recovery process of the transplant. Thanks again for all the support of Family and Friends! Much Love and continued appreciation; The Zerfass Family
September 26, 2014
A VERY SPECIAL UPDATE and Thanks
to Chris Zerfass for giving the “GIFT OF LIFE” to our son, Christopher Zerfass!
On September 10th Chris Zerfass (Dad) donated a kidney to our son, Christopher Zerfass it was quite a journey! While Chris (Dad) suffered MANY complications he is now on the road to recovery!
Christopher is starting to feel great and is back to living his life to the “fullest” of course, he would never have it any other way! Overall, although VERY tough at times, it was one of the most beautiful journeys to witness for both Christopher and his Dad! Please CONTINUE to keep BOTH of them in your prayers! They are both loved a great deal and have a LOT of LOVE & POSITIVE ENERGY!
A VERY special thank you in HONOR of Devin O’Connor for also lining up to GIVE “The Gift Of Life” to her friend Christopher what an amazing young lady!
The “Rally with Chris” Took place on September 7th!”
MANY THANKS to every one of you who made the RALLY WITH CHRIS such a great success!
MANY THANKS to all of you who made donations to make this a GREAT SUCCESS!
MANY THANKS to all of you who helped ME make this all happen! To the girls who spent ENDLESS hours, too many to mention, in making the baskets and preparing them for the auction. We made over 100 BASKETS and worked diligently until the last minute in getting all the last comer’s included in the auction. Just as we thought we were done, there were 15 more! Your dedication for the success of this event was just amazing! It took A LOT of work, time and effort to make it the BEST auction it could have been and that’s all because of each and every one of YOU! Your friendship, care, guidance, support, dedication and LOVE will never be forgotten! Hats off to Lisa Mertz, Lori Moyer, Jody Poniatowski, Teri Romanishan, Ruth Clark, & Karen Erthal I could have never done this without you!
MANY THANKS to the Food donations Nancy Sergent, Jody Poniatowski, Lori Moyer, Ariane Zerfass, Doreen Shaw, Anita Harris and to Pino’s Pizzeria & Restaurant of Nazareth for donating the Baked Ziti & rolls!
MANY THANKS to Richael Stoltz & Kiffle Kitchen and all others who donated the baked items!
MANY THANKS to John McDonald, Paul VanDoren, Lori Moyer, Lisa Mertz and Teri Romanishan for getting the baskets for the auction to Hecktown Fire Company in the pouring rain on Saturday night Sept. 6th! Talk about determination and dedication! Spending yet another night, endless hours loading and unloading basket setting up the tables 10 different ways 10 different times and placing and numbering the baskets!
MANY THANKS and GREAT JOB to the 3AM Band! Your donation of GREAT music was GREATLY APPRECIATED by all the attendees!
MANY THANKS to all the volunteer’s at the event, Richael Stoltz, Leanne Dunne, Anita Harris Gail Ballard and Teri Romanishan! You guys did a fantastic job with registration, T-Shirts and auction tickets! Thanks to Lisa Mertz and Lori Moyer for also participating in the 50/50 SALES!
MANY THANKS to Jody Poniatowski & Lori for maintaining the food stations while making sure the food never went empty!
MANY THANKS to Chad Cramsey @ Hecktown Fire Company for the donation of the Hall & to Mimi’s Balloons for the decorations!
MANY THANKS to Victoria Kunsman Shaffer for the BEAUTIFFUL prayer!
MANY THANKS to Robin Bestel for donation of the website: www.christopherzerfass.com
September 5, 2014
The Rally with Chris is just around the corner. We look forward to seeing you ALL there. Thanks again for all the support, help and donations! We are truly blessed!
The Zerfass Family
August 6, 2014
As you can see we added an event for Christopher to be held on September 7th please see link below and show your support by attending the event if you can, let’s rally him to recovery!!!
An update on Christopher. He is now scheduled for transplant on September 10th. Last test resulted in his kidney function being @ 14% His Dad will be donating. What a WONDERFUL "Gift of Life"
We are eager as a family to put this behind us, but we are MORE anxious to see our son Christopher LIVE a healthy LONG LIFE!!!
Thanks for all your support and prayer's
The Zerfass Family
June 3, 2014
Thanks again to all who have shown your support to Christopher and for keeping him in your prayers. We are continuing with the process for transplant as Christopher still holding @ 18% kidney function. He continues to live his life to the FULLEST and makes everyday count! He is and always will be an inspiration to all who know and LOVE him... Please continue your support with words on encouragement! With much appreciation and love; Mom/Dee Zerfass
April 15, 2014
Thanks to everyone for all the support and words of encouragement for Christopher!
We will keep you updated on his progress.
Please keep him in your prayers!
With our appreciation,
The Zerfass Family
