If I am honest, I will miss the service, even the aspects no one enjoys. It was the camaraderie that brought me to the Corps in the first place and that is what has kept me going. I have been lucky enough to be stationed in amazing locations such as Hawaii, Virginia Beach, and California. I am looking to find a job in the same field I currently work in. Currently searching for positions in intelligence.
In late 2024, I was diagnosed with IGA nephropathy. It was discovered that my kidneys were failing at the end of pre-deployment training for the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit. The doctors attempted to stop the progression so that I could fulfill my obligations as a Marine. Unfortunately, that was not feasible. I started dialysis in February of 2025 after a dangerous drop in renal function.
I was fortunate enough to meet my wife at my first duty station in 2017, and we have been together ever since. Two years ago, we welcomed our first child Aaliyah into our lives. We would like to have more, unfortunately our lives are on hold until we can sort out these medical issues.
My major hobby right now is taking care of my daughter. I enjoy taking her to the park and chasing her around. She has a lot of energy, and I am looking forward to being able to pick her up again like I used to. I also enjoy running with my dog, freediving, kayaking, and hiking. I look forward to doing all those things post-transplant again.
Will you join DOVE in our mission to find a kidney for Andre? Your support, whether through spreading the word on social media or considering becoming a donor, can make a profound impact on his life and the life of his family!
Andre has enlisted the help of a Veteran’s organization called DOVE Transplant which is helping in his outreach to find his life-saving kidney donor. DOVE will assist all prospective donors throughout the process and make sure they do not incur any out-of-pocket expenses related to the evaluation or surgery.
A healthy person can live a normal life with one kidney and save this Veteran’s life! Please click on the link below if you would like to learn more OR call (551) 233-1611.