Anthony Javier Galvan

Type of Donation:          tissue

Age and Location:          Age 23 – Ontario, CA

Donation Date:             6/25/2019

Sponsor:                   Honored by OneLegacy

ANTHONY’S STORY

Anthony Javier Galvan was a loving brother, a great son, and a loyal friend. He had an infectious laugh and the most beautiful brown eyes that would light up the room. A few of his favorite hobbies were enjoying a day at the beach, going to amusement parks or to the racetrack with his friends. As a kid, he loved to ride his skateboard, ride his bike, and play online games. As he got older, he looked forward to the winter season. He couldn’t wait to get his season pass to Mt. High to go snowboarding, he also loved going to Dumont Dunes and Glamis, and he enjoyed driving the Razor and the ATV on the sand dunes. He lived life to the fullest.

On June 15, 2019, Anthony was rushed to the hospital with severe head trauma. He survived a difficult surgery. Anthony was struggling with mental health in silence, and his family was heartbroken to learn that he felt that he couldn’t reach out for help. Anthony’s death was due to suicide.

At the young age of 23, Anthony became a tissue donor. His family found out at the hospital that Anthony was a registered donor, and it was an honor for them to respect the decision he had made. His life couldn’t be saved, but his tissue donations improved the quality of life of 27 people. It brings comfort to his family to know that he was able to heal the lives of others, even after death. Anthony’s legacy lives on and so will his memory. “You may be gone from this world, but your story is not over yet”

“He is our hero,” says his mom Maribel, who volunteers her time as a OneLegacy Ambassador, to share Anthony’s story and inspire local communities to Donate Life.