Dear Friends and Family,
Many thanks to all of you who have generously given your love and comfort to me as I fought for my life. The circumstances of my survival continue to fill me with hope and joy.
Following one year of liver-related health crises, including end-stage liver disease and liver cancer, my prayers were answered on Christmas Day, when I received a call that there was a match for me! The next day I received the gift of life, a liver. In a 10-hour surgical procedure, I was successfully transplanted by the terrific team at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
I would like to encourage you all to become organ donors. I am growing stronger and healing every day with my new liver. Without my organ donor, I would not have survived and I continue to be humbled and grateful for the donor family’s selfless act of organ donation.
As you can imagine, my relentless fight has resulted in staggering medical expenses. Thousands of dollars in expenses have accumulated and continue to grow because of my need for follow-up healthcare and anti-rejection medications. Even with medical insurance coverage, the cost of transplantation is overwhelming.
To help ease the burden of ongoing medical expenses, a fundraising campaign in my honor has been established with HelpHOPELive, a nonprofit organization that has been assisting the transplant community for 30 years. All donations are tax-deductible, are held by HelpHOPELive in the Mid-Atlantic Liver Transplant Fund, and are administered by HelpHOPELive for transplant-related expenses only. Any size gift will be so very appreciated. Should you decide to give:
Make checks payable to:
HelpHOPELive
In the MEMO section:
In Honor of Alan Castle
Mail checks to:
HelpHOPELive
2 Radnor Corporate Center
100 Matsonford Road, Suite 100
Radnor, PA 19087
Credit Card donations:
Call 800.642.8399 or select the “Donate Now” button
Your kindness and caring through this difficult and challenging time has truly touched my heart. Will you consider making a gift of donation? On behalf of myself and my family, I thank you today.
Warmly and in gratitude,
Alan Castle
610.831.5679
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April 3, 2013
Hey Alan, we at AFT are keeping you in our prayers. Hope you continue to get stronger everyday!
Helen Lorah, Advanced Fiber Technologies
March 7, 2013
Alan, delighted to hear you're living with a new liver. Healthy wishes sent your way.
dan / paoli
March 1, 2013
Hi Uncle Alan,
We were thinking of you, and wanted to send you our love, hugs and kisses. We hope to see you soon, and to meet your new liver!
Chantel, Vince and the Kids/Dresher
February 19, 2013
God has truly blessed you with a second chance to live and dance in the rain!
Helen Lorah/Advanced Fiber Tech.
February 14, 2013
Happy Valentine's Day, Alan and Patti!
Becky, Plymouth Meeting
January 27, 2013
Hey Alan! We have been thinking about you and sending healing vibes your way. What gratitude must be in your heart right now! Hope to see you soon. xoxo
Stephanie & Jason Arnold / Philadelphia
January 22, 2013
Alan -
Wow, you lucked out, bro! A liver on Christmas? Santa and Jesus must really love you. Well guess what - so do I. And I'm so grateful I'll have you around for more holidays. Here's to you and another chance at health and happiness.
Vanessa
January 21, 2013
So great to see you yesterday. Keep up the good work and your strength will surely improve. Good to see that Archie is back to obeying and sitting by his master's side. Luv you.
Joan & Don Romano TAS Group
January 21, 2013
Hi Alan, It was great seeing you yesterday. So glad you are home. Hope you continue to gain your strength. Luv you, Joan & Don
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January 14, 2013
Hi Alan I hope you are doing better and getting stronger I will put you on my prayer, I still live in Norristown, and feel a closeness to all the people that have lived here or still live in town. God Bless you!
Joan Sabre Young
January 14, 2013
Hey Alan!
I hope you are doing better today!
Nurse Ratched (Tina)
January 12, 2013
Hello Alan,
I know your lovely wife from Toll Brothers, but now I feel like I know you, too. People have been storming heaven for you, Alan, and I'm confident you will make a 100% recovery.
Best wishes for a Healthy and Happy 2013!
Very sincerely,
Denise Dolan
Toll Brothers
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Denise Dolan
January 12, 2013
Maybe some quality time in Florida will help speed your recovery. When the doctors say OK, you guys have an almost open invitation. We have been going through this journey with you s much as we can and our prayers are being answered. It was for sure a wonderful Christmas and looks like it will be a better New Year. And now you are going home. Be patient, be persistent and be grateful.
Phil & Lois. The Villages, FL
January 10, 2013
Dude, I hear you're getting sprung soon. Very glad to hear you're healing quick. (Plus I'm sure the nurses have had enough of you by now! :)
Hope to see you soon!
Trever & Tiffany/Audubon
January 10, 2013
Happy homecoming, Alan!! You have come a long way in a short time. Keep up the good work and get better and stronger every day! Archie will be so happy to see you and give you a hug.
Sandi, Jim and Lilly/TAS
January 10, 2013
Hey Alley Cat. I'm so happy for you that you got the best Christmas present ever! Apparently, you've been especially good this year for Santa to pull that out of his bag for you. I'll see you on Friday for bedpan duty. Love you always, Brother!
Danny, Jen, Alex & Olivia
January 9, 2013
It's great to hear that you are doing well. Love ya & praying for you!!
Andrea Metz
Andrea Metz
January 9, 2013
Aloha Alan we're praying for you! Look forward to seeing you soon enjoying some more laughter, God bless you!
Jersey Joe/PA
January 9, 2013
Hi Al,
it was great talking to you, you sounded wonderful, still, praying, we hope to see you soon,all our love
Lori ,Ed,Lexi-Worcester
January 9, 2013
Alan, I am so glad to hear that you are getting stronger every day and that the liver is doing it's job. What a wonderful gift you received. Hope to see you as soon as all our sick germs go away. Love you from your sister.
Debbie T. - Eagleville
January 9, 2013
Hey Brother, Glad to hear you're getting stronger everyday. Hang in there and keep fighting. I look forward to seeing you soon. God bless. Love you,
Paul & Jacqui Stinson - Lansdale
January 9, 2013
Dear Alan- we are thinking about you all the time-
sending love, prayers, and good energy for a speedy recovery.
Keep up the amazing & inspiring strength.
We look forward to hummus & a stroll in NYC this spring!
And Patti, you too are an inspiration!
Love you both! Keren & Asaf xx
NYC
January 9, 2013
Hi Alan,
It has been a wonderful christmas and God has blessed you with a second chance. I am cheering for you.
Ian Detweiler
January 9, 2013
Allen,
I'm so glad to hear that you are doing well with your new liver. What a christmas present! Thinking of you, and hope to see you some tuesday night soon :) You are in our prayers
Libby, Lansdale, PA
January 9, 2013
Alan, so happy to hear that your new liver is working well. Take it one day at a time, and you'll soon have your strenght back. Sending you positive vibes and keeping you in prayer.
Rhoda & Robert Fairbanks, Garnet Valley, PA
January 9, 2013
Alan, I know we have not yet had the pleasure of meeting but I know your wonderful wife and am SO happy to hear that the transplant has been successful. Know that you have a huge group of cheerleaders cheering you on to recovery :)
Heather Ann Hughes
January 9, 2013
Hi Alan,
I just heard that you received a new liver and its working well. I wish you well in your recovery my friend.
Billy (Tuesday night Big Book)
January 9, 2013
Hi Alan,
Been praying for you for months. God never ceases to be faithful. Blessings to you!
Duncan, Lori and family. Perkiomenville
January 8, 2013
Hi Alan,
Stay strong and enjoy the new liver! I expect you to prevail!
Bobbie Lewis
January 8, 2013
Hi Alan,
It's me again. I know this is a hard recovery process but you will look back on this feeling better and doing the things that you love and enjoy. Hang in there!! Lovr and prayers to you.
Kris Mancini. Skippack
January 8, 2013
Wow...you are quite the warrior. Hope you progress well!
Arlene
January 8, 2013
Hi Alan, We miss you and our special times together. We're looking forward to that happening again. Stay strong and know that you're being covered in prayer. Our very best wishes, Don&Joan TAS
Don and Joan Skkippack
January 8, 2013
Brother...rest and recover...take your time...stay engaged...do you still want that fan for the garage?...ha
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ed, Lori, dog - Worcester
January 8, 2013
Hey Alan! So good to hear that you are doing well and that each day brings a little more progress. God is Good! We have been praying for you daily and are encouraged to see His answers. Stay strong and faithful!
Dave and Mary Anne
January 8, 2013
Alan, I'm so glad to hear your new liver is strong and healthy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and with Patti as you continue to recover. You go!
Becky Krumm, Plymouth Meeting
January 8, 2013
Alan! We're rooting for you here on the prairie! With resounding prayers for your whole restoration and speedy progress en route to renewed health and happiness - much love, dl
Deanna/Lawrence, Kansas
January 8, 2013
Hi, Alan... We are thrilled that you have received the answer to all of our prayers, a new and functioning liver. Yea! God bless you! You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers daily.
John and Joan/TAS
January 8, 2013
Alan, congratulations on the new liver, I hear it looks good on you :-)Hang in there and know that you are in our prayers daily!
Dawn & Brian - Limerick, PA
January 6, 2013
We're so happy for you, Alan! Stay strong - it's easy and wonderful to see the strong support network you have! Know that you and Patti are in our thoughts.
Victor & Matthew - Atlanta
January 6, 2013
Hello Alan, You've experienced a real Christmas miracle. We wish you continued good health and hope you'll soon be feeling like yourself very soon. We will definitely keep you in prayer.
Rhoda & Robert Fairbanks, Garnet Valley, PA
January 5, 2013
Hi Alan,
We are thrilled to hear your news...what a blessed Christmas present! We will keep you in our prayers.
Chuck & Karen Sabo/Augusta, GA
January 5, 2013
Hey Alan,We are thrilled that all of the prayers were answered and continue to send them your way! We missed you at Jayden's birthday party and are hoping to see you at Logan's! Love and hugs to you and Patti and wishing you a speedy recovery!!!!!
Lisa Kolenda & Family/Norristown
January 5, 2013
Haven't seen you in a while, but I always loved your view of the world. You will kick cancer's ass. I know it. You're in our thoughts.
Daniel, MaryJo & Henry Harvie/Easton.
January 5, 2013
You are a special man, Alan ... as if that wasn't always apparent. God is not done using you yet. I am proud of your strength and endurance, grateful for God's graciousness, and awed to see His hand at work. We love you, Alan.
Amy & Eric - Horsham
January 5, 2013
Alan, We are cheering you on every day and every minute...what an amazing Christmas gift! Sending you a giant healing hug filled with love.
Catherine, Kreg, Alton, Baxter and Charlotte Jones/Jenkintown
January 5, 2013
Dear Alan,
We miss and love you very much!! Hurry up and come home!!
Hugs,
Carol, Bridget, Cranky Sarah & Russell, Skippack
January 5, 2013
Hey, buddy! Glad to hear you are doing well. You've been through a lot and I'm so happy for you and Patti. Baby steps, my friend! Romans 8:28 - You gave a great study on this one night. Love ya! Mark
Mark/Warrington, PA
January 4, 2013
Alan,
I am so happy that you received a new liver! The best Christmas gift everrrrrrrrr! My prayers will continue for your recovery. You have been a real trooper through all of this and I look forward to you coming home and throwing the ball for your dog. With love
Kris Mancini
January 4, 2013
Alan, we love you, get better now please. See you home soon Pop Pop.
Jeff Scarlet & Annissa/Mechanicsburg
January 4, 2013
Alan, our thoughts are with you as you recover and gain strength every day. Hurry up and come home so I can bring you some of my delicious soup!!
Tina, John & Scott/Collegeville
January 4, 2013
We love you, Alan! We're thinking about you and sending our best, always.
The Flors
January 4, 2013
Sending you our love and good wishes for a full and speedy recovery. God Bless you, Alan!
Sandi, Jim and Lilly/TAS
January 4, 2013
Alan, My prayers and good wishes are always with you. You are a terrific warrior and I am so proud of you!
Patti/Skippack
