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We knew that Justin would want to be an organ donor. During his life, he was always trying to help others and now in his death he was giving the gift that would save lives. We know that his big caring heart is beating in another man, his lungs, liver and kidneys were able to go to some very special people. There are two people that are seeing the world through his eyes. These people are in our prayers every day.

His mother, Bonnie Platt, shared this remembrance: Kyle Patrick Presby Platt entered this world on Father's Day, June 17, 1990. He arrived 9 days past his due date, weighing 9 lbs. 9 oz. His mom was one of 9 siblings, as were both maternal grandparents, whose house number happened to be 99. Thus, Kyle chose to wear number 9 on his high school lacrosse jersey. Reflecting on the all-too-brief life of my son, I focus on his strengths and most admirable character traits. COMPASSI