We believe donating one’s body to science is a tremendous gift and enduring legacy, reflecting an extraordinary commitment to life and to the well being of others. We at the MERI and the Genesis program remain extremely grateful for the wonderfully selfless nature of our donors and their most precious gift of life. 

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I just wanted to share with you something very special.

My dad passed away many months ago. I miss him so much it hurts. He was an amazing person, filled with love and happiness, always sharing it with everyone. And in his passing, he's still doing great things...as you know.

I just wanted to share with you that I have his swing in my yard, on a hill, overlooking a lake with an amazing view of the beautiful sky. On each side of the swing we planted some small gardenia bushes, my favorite.

Well, today my dad came home and today my gardenia bloomed it's very first flower!! One on each bush!!! He's home!! He's really home!! You are special to me and my dad. I wanted to share this with you. Thank you.

Kandi

James Walter Barlow
   July 1943 - October 2008
Always In Our Hearts Daddy
I love you

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If you would like to post a remembrance of a Genesis donor please contact us:

By E-mail:
genesis@meri.org

By Fax:
(901) 722-9392

By Mail:
Genesis Donor Program
Medical Education & Research Institute
44 South Cleveland
Memphis, TN 38104