Happy Liver Birthday!

Happy ONE year Birthday to Tom and his new liver!

Both Tom and Maddie are doing Great!  The family attributes their success to love, support, the power of prayer from all of you, as well as their strong faith.  God is Good!  They hope everyone will become an organ donor as the Gift of Life is priceless.  Maddie continues her studies at CMU and Tom continues to become stronger everyday!  Tom, Cathy, Maddie, Nick, and Tommy are truly overwhelmed and appreciative. They feel blessed as they celebrate Tom's 1st Birthday with his new liver. Faith over Fear ~ Goyette Strong!

One Month Update

Maddie is doing Fantastic. She is back at school catching up on school work and feeling better everyday. Tom had one of his weekly check ups at Henry Ford today and is doing Great! All 78 staples were removed today and he is feeling good. He has been walking with his brothers and is regaining his strength.  The power of prayer is working. The family is so grateful to be blessed with the best family & friends and truly appreciates everything.They hope people will register to be a donor, the Gift of life is amazing!  

Maddie The Angel

Maddie has had her 2 week follow up and they are amazed by her strength and courage. All the doctors agree she is an Angel. Maddie has now volunteered to work with the Transplant Living Community at Henry Ford to talk to perspective donors and individuals recovering from giving the gift of life.  

No Cancer!

Tom had his first follow up appointment this week and was given great news! He was told that the pathology report done on his liver showed that no cancer was found. This is a huge relief for Tom and his family!

Faith Over Fear ~ Goyette Strong!

Two Weeks Post Surgery

Maddie went back to CMU today for her classes this week. She will be back at Henry Ford Thursday for her 2 week follow up. She is doing better everyday.  God is good. Tom had his first outing today to watch Nick and Tommy play hockey. He was excited to see his boys in action & Nick scored to help the Cardinals win! He heads back to Henry Ford Monday and Thursday for check ups. The family is very  appreciative  for the continued love and support as they have a long road ahead.

Faith Over Fear ~ Goyette Strong!

Tom and Madeline are Home!

Both Tom and Madeline are now recovering from the comfort of their own home. Tom would like you all to know how thankful he is for every thing you've done to help his family. He is very grateful for all of the love, support, help, and prayers you have given them. They still have a long road of recovery but they and we will remain Goyette Strong!

The family will still need help through the recovery process. Tom will have many doctors appointments he will need someone to drive to and from and the family will still need help with other tasks around the house. Please contact Joe Parks if you're interested in helping.

Again, thank you for all of your prayers and support. It's been amazing to see how strong this family is. Let's remain Goyette Strong!

A Thank You From Tom

Yesterday Tom shared this beautiful note on his personal facebook:

"On Monday Oct 6th I received the most amazing gift from a most amazing individual. My daughter bravely donated half of her healthy liver to save my life. She is scheduled to go home tomorrow to continue her recovery. I am doing better than expected and should be going home later this week. Thanks to all for the continued help and prayers. It is hard to believe it is real and it is humbling to have such an outpouring of love and support. I struggle with how to express thanks for the precious gift of life. As a parent, you feel that it should be you saving your baby girl's life not the other way around.Madeline Goyette you are my hero! All of my Love, Dad"