Woman reveals she is a perfect match, will donate kidney to her neighbor
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- Опубліковано 22 жов 2018
- Nancy Seigneur surprised her neighbor and longtime friend Dave Courtney live on "GMA" with the news that she is a perfect match and will donate her kidney.
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My best friend saved 5 people when he passed . He was taken from us to save 5 others that needed to live !
He's a hero, may he rest in paradise ❤️
Matt Robertson - Your best friend is indeed a hero. Not all heroes wear capes. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Awwwhhhh that's wonderful 😊🙏❤
@Gage Rylan pick your audience buddy, this isn’t a good look
What a beautiful story. Please consider being an organ donor. Check that box on your driver’s license! My son passed away 5 years ago and even though his organs were not viable for donation, his corneas were. Two young men in the Philadelphia area received his donation and are now able to see. As his parent, the knowledge that James was able to live on in these two young men is a tremendous joy to me. God Bless Dave and Nancy. Would love to see an update on this amazing story.
How appropriate that her last name, Seigneur, means Lord in French! She is indeed sent from heaven! :)
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Do you have a son named Bobby? Bobby Boucher?
I truly appreciate the reporter humanizing this story. He was fighting back the tears. We're all crying with you buddy. 😥 Happy tears. Good luck everyone.
PLEASE BECOME ORGAN DONORS coming from a 20yr old kidney recipient! I was lucky enough to have a family member donate a kidney to me but not everyone is fortunate enough.... we live one life and u can change someone’s life by giving them a life saving organ! Thank u
How would I go about on checking to see if I could be someone's donor?
@@rileycoates5756 I am a 2 time kidney transplant recipient. I don't wish it on anybody but people like you need a some carma to bite them in the ass.
@@rileycoates5756 One day your karma will come for being so heartless
i iive in the uk when we get our driving licence we have the option to donate our organs in case of an accident which i signed,,,,
@@janolaful That's how it is in America as well...
This made me cry. My husband's kidneys are failing and I'm going to get tested to see if he can have one of mine. There is no me without him.
Would love a update. Hope you and your husband are doing great ❤
They are now kidney siblings.this is so wonderful.back in 1982 at the sheba medical center i donated one of my kidneys to save my best friends husbands life.it was a success that helped him for 33 years.
shoshanna fachima you’ll be rewarded in Heaven God bless you
🙏💕💪🌷
You are a wonderful angel
So precious you are 👏
@@teresaevans4840 thank you
Hugs 🤗
I love this story. I only have one kidney do to kidney cancer and it’s getting weaker. It warms my heart to see there are still people in the world who are willing to help others with such a great gift. Could be me one day!
It will be strong
I hope you are well.
I'd love an update if you doing match
I would get tested and give my kidney to you if I was a match.
Hi there, how are you doing? Did you find a match? I’d love to help, even if I’m not a match I have somewhat of a social media platform that I could help spread the word for. I hope you are well, bless you x
Friends like this are one in a trillion. If you have a friend like this make sure you cherish them for life.
When my son passed in 1996 I donated his organs. I am glad he gets to know who his donor is. I was not allowed to know who my sons organs went to. I wonder every day if the are healthy, happy, and still alive.
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I think they must live to the fullest because of your son. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
I'm so sorry to know you live without your son, who old was he?
@@theresad.childs8115 2 years old. He would have been 3 a month later. He died 2 weeks before Christmas.
@@timmyangeltlc4888 im not as giving as you, I don't believe in organ transplants because of organ trafficking and the fact that people of poverty are exploited by this practice, I do understand your grief, peace of God be with you.
I am so excited for this man! I've been on a transplant list for 10 years now. I'm a veteran and was finally told no by the SLC VA, no lie they told me that they don't give transplants to people (veterans) who are disabled! I've been on dialysis for 10 years now. I got sick and died in 2016 ever since then I have a very hard time walking, and I'm in a wheelchair due to my falling a lot. The VA said I have to walk unassisted for 1/2 mile, no cane no walker no assistance of any kind! So I am getting sicker all the time, I've had many people offer me a kidney yet the VA said that they don't do transplants from living donors! I live in Utah and was told if I'm approved that I needed to move out of state for 6 months! Portland Oregon was the closest. I have a a small farm or a hobby farm and have no-one to tend my animals. Dogs, cats, chickens and 2 bulls with special needs. They said I needed to sell them and move! The University of Utah is directly across the street from the VA. It's a world renowned hospital! The VA said that they won't pay for a transplant if I went there! They also informed me that if I went out of VA protocol that I would lose all of my benefits permanently! Best of luck to you with your transplant!!! God bless you both!
If you get a GoFundMe page to fund a transplant for you, I will post it.
Also, prayers for you. Praying 🙏. I hope the news channel sees your story and helps you.
wow now thats a nice neighbor. So glad to see that there are still really good people in this world.
Who else is bawling? Please do an update!
It's easy to throw words like "hero" around, but I'm honestly blown away by her willingness to give a piece of her body to help her dear friend. Wow! That truly is a gift from the heart.
My aunt received a liver transplant n I couldn’t be more grateful to the family that whilst in their time of loss gave her the gift of life , she has just reached a year since the operation and has a clean bill of health x
My dad was lucky enough to get two kidney transplants, unfortunately the two angels who donated to him passed away in order for us to get such a wonderful gift from them. Organ donation is such a selfless gift to give someone
God bless her, I'm a donor for transplant only my father recived a cornea transplant, everyone please donate once your dead who cares what happens to your parts its your soul that matters.
This is BEAUTIFUL!! I’m crying 😭❤️🙏🏽 GOD IS ALWAYS ON TIME!!! ❤️🙏🏽🇨🇦
This is awesome and Beautiful, True meaning of a neighbor wow, She certainly gave alot more than sugar! God bless this woman a pure angel!!! Thank God for saving this man's life!
Being a "Match" is the tip of donating....there are hundreds of test that happen before actual surgery.....I went thru a grueling 4 months of testing to donate my kidney to a friend, the very last test...ruled me out (my kidneys were going bad)...The feeling of helping save another human being, giving a part of myself to better the life of another....I would do all over again. May God Bless this family
My sister was a two time kidney recipient and I have to say, dialysis is hell. I’m so happy for him
My husband donated his kidney to his dying sister at 18. It's been 18 years now and they both are doing great. He's amazing❤ and such a insperation for me and our kids.. to do that at such a young age. Babe your awesome!🙏
My hubby Harry was on the waiting list seven years and has now had his new kidney for four years in November. If you have never seen a transplant patient post surgery it is an amazing experience. When living with a person on dialysis, you tend not to notice the grayish skin tone and general haggard appearance. To see him in recovery with pink in his cheeks and looking so peppy was such a blessing. Best wishes from Texas.
Because of you I'm going to donate my kidney thanks for your selfless gift to dave
He is so grateful. Bless this woman.
This is the best blessing anyone human can give...
I’m glad when I die I’m giving my organs to someone in need. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
An amazing, selfless and loving woman. This is what life is about. Doing something to save someone you love and having ability to do so.. best feeling in world... hope Dave and Nancy are doing well. Dave is a great guy and deserves to have a happy and healthy life!
The world needs to see more stuff like this. With all the bad that is going on in this world its refreshing to see something so pure and amazing.
Holy shit this is the first time I’ve cried since my grandpas funeral. Awesome story hope it all worked out
I’m a firm believer in organ donation in life and after death. I came from Cuba when I was 19, and as soon as I got my drivers license, I checked the donor box without hesitation. Begins with blood donation and continues with something like helping a family member, a close friend or a complete stranger continue their life with our help. Don’t be afraid. Get informed. Organ donation is the most selfless act of a true human being. Think how you would feel if you were in need of a transplant. You would like for anyone to step up and help you right? Do the same for others. Save a life.
you can just tell everyone is so overwhealmed with love and happiness. pure love. crying waterfalls
This wonderful lady has taken “love thy neighbour” to another level, so happy for Dave!
Watching this video actually helped me reach out to be the match and I’m still waiting to get all my paperwork but if I can save a life I would do it in a heartbeat
Would you consider being a living donor? I am B+ and I'm looking for a living donor. I've been on the wait list for 3 years now. I'm sure if you're not a match for me you could be a match for someone that desperately needs a donor. God bless you always 🙏🏾❤
That is so amazing me being a two time reciever getting my first kidney from my beautiful awesome sister and the second from a deceased person who was a donor makes this a joyful moment to see that David's neighbor gave him a kidney without hesitation giving him a second chance at a better life and no dialysis Im just so happy for both families that's love love love CONGRATULATIONS David God Bless you and your donor Friend and neighbor I would hug her too if I could lol..Good luck!!!!!
Dave is my grandpa
How come you needed to kidney transplants?
@Bobb Grimley its not how i wrote it, its the sinsere comment i made. You are irrevalant. Thanks for ur judgmental comment tho
Carry on😏😇
That's a gift from God, in french Seigneur means God, everything will be fine.
I love them all. Good luck Dave and Dave's family and Nancy. Truly a guardian Angel. Stay safe/well.
This brought me to tears, just like George. Unsung heroes are everywhere. I pray all went well.
GOD BLESS!
Neighbors....loving each the way God loves us !!
This is so beautiful! My dad has been on the waiting list for 2 years. This December will make three years, every new year my dad says this is my year, he sees it as a superbowl. But I wish someone would just get checked and find out if you can help someone out the Nancy did. Dave God bless and being off the list, I know God will bring someone into my dad's path and he can finally win this superbowl 💖
How do i get tested?
@@setnomA Go to kidney.org to learn what all is required.
I’m a transplant recipient, liver, 2 years post. I love seeing stories like this, but dang it, they always make me cry lol
God bless and I know this year is gonna be my year I'm getting my transplant this year I just know it. I've been on dialysis since 2014 but I've been sick my whole life as well. God bless fighters like him and me and others like us cause we all know our journey wasn't easy what so ever!! Love you all and god bless you all
God bless you
I hope your doing better. I have someone close to me going through kidney renal disease. I'm currently signing up to be a donor even though they didn't want me to. It has been the hardest time of my life. It's only been a year and a half and I'm tired of seeing them like this. They have pneumonia as we speak and I'm caring for them. Dark times indeed.
God says to lay your burden on him when the burden is too much, and this too shall pass. I know I'm only a stranger but I'll pray for you. Maybe it's my voice that he will hear.
If I could I'd help in a heartbeat. Idc who it is if I can save someone why even question it. This makes me want to look into it more
God bless u. I hope u got your transplant. 🙏
I wish you all the best! ♥
I’m so touched by this story. I love that all the reporters were emotional. Our humanity will be our saving grace in this world.
I can’t thank you enough for sharing this story. My husband is donating his liver in July to a stranger. this Gives some peace knowing so many other people also donate their livers. Thank you for sharing this 💗🙏
What a selfless gift! So touching!
I've been on the list going five years since Oct 2014. Still waiting and kicking. I'm so glad he received a kidney so his life can improve.
Joules do you know how I can get tested or be on a list to help someone?
Good luck Joules, hope you find a match soon !
@@thundercatmeg631 yes, you can get your blood tested to see if you're a match. Depending on the state that you live in there are varies kidney transplant programs with hospitals that you can go get tested at. I live in MI if you're wondering.
@@mrsdevine161 thank you. I'm still praying everyday for my miracle.
@@thundercatmeg631 as a donor, all your expenses are paid for. Some programs even have loss wage reimbursement. Go to www.kidneyregistry.org for more information on living donor.
I just bawled my bloody eyes out. 😭 God bless you Nancy.
God bless you, Nancy. God bless Dave and his family. I've been on dialysis for over 5 years. 3 times a week, 4 hrs each treatment. I have a fistula on my left arm where they stick those huge needles. Sometimes the needles still hurt a lot, but for the most part I'm used to it and don't feel them at all. But everything else that I have to deal with is overwhelming. Severe restless legs, being so tired after the treatment, 32oz daily fluid restriction, watching for potassium and phosphorus. Unfortunately, I'm not on the list yet because I have a few obsticles to work on before they would even consider me for the list. I'm 49 years old. I hope to live a long life, but don't want to be on dialysis for the rest of my life. It's been a rough journey, but I have to live one day at a time. It makes all the difference in the world when you have a wonderful support system of family, friends, acquaintances, social workers, etc. I'm also a big fan of Dolly Parton and she has been a beautiful part of my support system, with her music, her positive energy, her smile, her bright personality and spirituality. I love Dolly. She's just a bright shining ray of sunshine. Sometimes I get depressed and I will listen to Dolly's music and before I know it, I'm in a much better mood. Dolly is truly amazing. Fingers crossed I can get on that list and be blessed with a kidney donor. I wish the same for as many of us who desperately need it. It's a blessing to still be alive. Sadly, there have already been too many patients who have passed, just in the 5 yrs I've been on dialysis.
I hope you find a match❤
🙏🙏🙏🙏 God bless you with a match
Hi 👋 from a New Zealander 🇳🇿 I’ve been on dialysis for 9 years and yes I can agree with you with all the health issues you have to deal with! I’m not on the transplant list here because being 57 years young I’ve figured that hey, before 2010 my life was great but the last 9 have been Shit! so whatever happens....happens eh? I lived for 48 good years! So good luck to you and tomorrow I’m off to Waikato this Hospital in Hamilton New Zealand 🇳🇿 for another fistula procedure. Number 7. My arms are sccared to buggery! So the best of luck to you my American freind and as the famous Doctor Spock says..
“Live long & Prosper”🙏
Sorry,i hope you get on the list
I'm glad for him I got my kidney transplant on November 😊😊😊😊
I should not be watching this at work. I think my desk is sweating
Bwhaha this is ironic... I"m too, at my desk and it's sweating!
What an awesome lady she is. ❤️
I’m an organ donor now along with every person that I work with we all stepped up and got tested when we found out that wife of one my colleagues needed a new liver unfortunately I wasn’t a match but we did find a match with another colleague and then last month she got her new liver and is now recovering well
My husband underwent a kidney transplant almost two years ago. A man from our own little town stepped up in response to a Facebook post of my husband's. His sacrificial gift is more than we could have ever asked or imagined. Please please consider being a donor. You can live with one kidney! You have a spare.,...share! God bless our donor!!! He saved my husband's life.
So moving to see there are still good people in this crazy world. Kidney disease is a horrible thing to have to go threw. I watched my 82 year old grandmother go threw it for 3 years. The dialysis she had was 4x a week at a dialysis center and she would be there for 5-6 hours. She said that having the procedure done wasn't bad but having to limit her liquid intake was horrible. I remember her just crying because she was so thirsty but couldn't have anything to drink because she had reached her limit. Hope this man and woman are doing well!
What a selfless Beautiful act. She's an Awesome Woman.
This is a amazing thing to do for someone and means so much too ❤
Tears pouring down my cheeks! I don’t know the news staff isn’t balling too!
Brings a great new meaning to love your neighbors
That’s amazing! They’ve been friends this whole time, him not knowing the organ he was searching for was right next door, sometimes right next to him when they hung out. What a blessing!
GOD Bless You Nancy for such a wonderful act of kindness. Dave may everything work out fine.
Beautiful . How that reporter holds his composure through these reports is a feat also.
What magic story, I am happy for you Dave. You have an incredible friend in Nancy. I was kidney donor 12 years ago and went through the process that Nancy went through to be able to give one of my kidneys to my nephew. The reward of giving someone another chance at life was well worth the process of finding out if you are a match. I would encourage anyone to consider being a donor to help another person to have a better quality life. If all you do is become a donor after you have passed, then make sure it is known by registering and it will be put on your licence.
*I desperately needed an uplifting story...thanks for sharing!*
That really made me cry.....unbelievable.
Dave is my grandpa and I balled my eyes out
My dad has been going to dialysis for about 6 years and hes O+ blood type. Hopefully a miracle happens and we find a match soon 🙏🏽 we live here in Houston Tx
VVS I hope you also know about the artificial kidney project. However it happens, may your Dad get a kidney soon.
@@jacquelineadams8363 I’ve seen videos about it and some go way back to 10 years ago. Question is, when will the ordinary people get it? I know they already mastered that technology for sure.. could save millions of people
Hope it works out for all of them. I admire the lady giving the gift immensely.
I’m currently in the process of trying to get approved to donate a kidney to a stranger. I’ve been watching these types of videos nonstop for the last few weeks and they’re incredible.
Tj my eyes are burning, can't look away, your so mesmerizing.
No kidding... Wow! He's pretty!
Barbara Smith you are so right.
Beautiful story. I had to go back almost four years to see a happy story.
This brings tears to my eyes. This is so much more than friendship. This is love.
PLEASE be on an organ list. Be a donor. Put it on your driver's license. Put it in your will. Put it on your hospitalization papers. Go the extra mile for OTHERS.
OMG, I'm crying , so happy for all of you. What a blessing.
This is amazing,and some people don't even talk to their neighbor anymore.
As a person with kidney disease, these stories make my heart happy. I DO NOT currently need a transplant, but if that day comes, I would hope someone would do this for me. ❤️
We need an update! How did the transplant go? How's dave in 2021?
It's so beautiful when the reporter/s tear up as they're covering a story, esp if I knew it'd make me cry. I didn't expect my tears to initially be for the reporter, as his voice cracked in the beginning. 💙🙏🏻💜 What a blessing! TY for sharing this with us! 🥰
Beautiful story
What a wonderful story! So happy for them!
I'm a blood and plasma donor, and on my driver's license, I am an organ donor, but I hope that before I pass, I can donate and help save a life. #bethematch #beanorgandonor
That is such a kind gesture. Are you still considering donating? I'm B+ and have been on the wait list for 2 years now. I'm looking for a living donor.
@@Renee-ms6di hi I am ready
What an absolute beautiful story. I am so very happy for all of them. Bless them!
I am a 2X kidney transplant recipient. My first transplant was in 1994 i was 3 at the time my next one was 2018. Ik the struggle of dialysis and almost giving up.
Anddddddd.... Just like that humanity makes a comeback!
Big tears seeing Dave tearing up…
"He's Dave."
You know someone is special when people describe them using only their name.
So little it takes for happiness. A healthy person has many wishes, ill person only one wish. God bless this beautiful woman and Dave and his family.🙏❤️
Man. What a story. Super NEIGHBOR.
that reveal was perfect. the look in his eyes just said "of course it was you!"
She saved his life
I had tried once for a friend of mine who passed. When tested, it was discovered my kidneys are not suitable. One is a horseshoe shape, the other has an odd configuration of it’s own. I was saddened not being able to save Tom. I hope others see these stories and step up
At least you wanted to.That is beautiful
Needed to cleanse my eyes TJ!! BEAUTIFUL outcome for this family and this man. ❤🙏
How awesome!!! God bless these families!
Sending loving thoughts out to Nancy, Dave and both of their families! I see this was a story from a while ago and I hope all went well. What a selfless act from her.
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@@davidrogger3943 hello.....
@@kaitee71 how are you doing today beautiful
@@davidrogger3943 I am okay & you?
@@kaitee71 i am great thank you
This is what the world needs to start the day, not just constant stressful political news. Thanks, praying for these people. 💕
What a beautiful story. This makes me smile.
GOD IS GOOD SIMPLE WORDS
This is beautiful ❤️ And now I’m crying before my interview
I am speechless too. ♥️
There is no greater gift than the gift of life. Thank you to those that have made the decision to be an organ donor. My 2 brothers, brother-in-law and nephew became organ donors when they passed away. I, my husband and our son are registered to be donors.
That’s a REAL GOOD friend
People who thumbs down this must be very sad to get exited about something like this. I wish them well because they must be in a very dark place.
What a touching story i cried when I watched this im so glad dave found a match the sweetest thing about is it was his neighbor we need some dave updates that would be wonderful hope he is doing good now
Watching my mother battle this and ultimately succumbed to this same thing, I hope that this all works out bc its a awful thing to deal with. I wish them both long health
It’s good to know there are still decent people out there.
What a wonderful story of true friendship helping each other out.