I am writing to you on behalf of my father, John Bulvin Jr. If you know my father at all, you know that he has always been a hard worker and has always looked for ways to help other people in their time of need. My father worked hard every day for almost 30 years in the steel mills in Johnstown, PA. Even after suffering a heart attack and battling cancer all in the same year 14 years ago, he continued to take care of his father and mother’s place in South Fork and later when his mother moved to Arbutus Manor. He also took care of my other grandfather, who lived with us, by cooking for him and making “the best cup of coffee” for him every day according to my Pap.
My mother, Linda, and my father are now heading down a tough road because Dad’s only chance for survival is a heart transplant. Although he has worked hard to keep himself in shape after suffering a heart attack 14 years ago, his heart has now weakened to the point where it can no longer keep him alive.
Although my father and mother have insurance, they will be facing many uninsured transplant-related expenses. Therefore, funding this procedure will be a monumental task. They have already been hit with many expenses before surgery and will face larger bills for medications, co-pays, and doctor’s visits to ensure that his “gift of life” remains healthy.
To help with this financial burden, a fundraising campaign in John’s honor has been established with HelpHOPELive. HelpHOPELive is a nonprofit organization that has been providing fundraising assistance to the transplant community for nearly 30 years. All contributions are tax-deductible and are administered by HelpHOPELive for transplant-related expenses only. Won’t you please consider making a tax-deductible contribution today?My father is the last person who would ask for anything like this, but his need is great. Your prayers and contributions are truly treasured and will help us through this difficult time.
Thank you and God Bless,
John Bulvin III
720-312-2406
jbulvin@hotmail.com
