Help Rick Get His Liver Transplant!
Rick Joyner is a wonderful man and a loving husband who is currently awaiting a liver transplant. After contracting Hepatitis C, he developed Hepatopulmonary Syndrome which affects his blood oxygen and ability to breathe. Recently, doctors informed us that without a liver transplant, Rick would have about a year to live.
Rick, who has resided in Richmond Virginia for the past 40 years, has two grown step children and is a grandfather. Rick is always willing to give of himself to others. He currently works for Rubicom Inc., a residential drug rehab facility that has operated since 1970. He has worked for them since 1991 starting out as a counselor and eventually becoming the Program Manager. He also is a professor at our local Community College, something he very much enjoys. With a transplant, Rick is hopeful that he can return to doing things he can no longer do, including helping his aging mother maintain her house as well as his own, and fun things like camping and fishing.
Updates (8)
October 16, 2014
Great news guys, I had my liver transplant on Sept. 30th and it went so well the doctors were surprised !
The most incredible thing is that I had hardly and pain at all after the transplant ! I just knew I was going to have some serious pain....but nope hardly any. All my prayers were answered by those who prayed for me and all I can say is "Thank You" and I love you all. Lots of medication to take daily, some for lifetime, so I ask please donate if you are able. I'll keep you posted on updates as they occur. Love Ya Rick & Gloria
September 8, 2014
A Dance and Diners will be held on October 4, 2014 at 1700 Front street (Rubicon) from 8:00pm til 12:00pm. Come on by and show your support and love. We have a long ways to go to met our goal so lets do it and by the way other ideas for fundraisers are welcome guys. :)
