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The story of Neale Boyle and his life-saving donor, Trey Freeman, has inspired many from West Chester, PA, and all the way to Mississippi College. Back in 2014, the West Chester community was devastated to hear the news that their coach, friend, and colleague was diagnosed with AML. His family and friends came together to support him in his journey. After a few years of battling AML, it was concluded that Boyle would need a transplant. Boyle was in search of a very specific donor for his blood type and knew it was going to be difficult to find a match. Carol Barnes, a teacher all the way from Mississippi College, offered extra credit points to any student who would test for a match, and Trey Freeman, Barnes’ student, willingly decided to test for himself. As soon as Freeman heard he was a match, he willingly sacrificed months of painful surgeries and recovery to save the life of someone 1,100 miles away. His heroic actions saved Boyle’s life, yet a mis-communication prevented them from ever meeting. Almost three years later, Neale had the chance to meet his donor. Neale’s friends and family put together a surprise party, with the biggest surprise of all, Trey. Neale was told he was entering a March Madness Party, but soon after he entered the room realized this party was for him. Trey made his way to the front and the two were able to meet face to face for the first time. It was an emotional day for all, and to top it off, a video from Carol Barnes was played for them both to see. She explained how happy she is that her small suggestion to the class turned into an inspiring story and a bond between the two that will never be broken.
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Chelsea McGough, Caleb Etheridge
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Caleb Etheridge
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Caleb Etheridge