Nearly 150 people gathered at Dimmitt Middle School in Renton, Washington, for a candlelight vigil honoring Jonathan Gant, a beloved figure known for his kindness and generosity. Gant, who lived in the Philippines, tragically passed away after a medical emergency. His friends and family shared heartwarming stories and prayers, remembering his positive impact on their lives.
Nearly 150 people held a candlelight vigil for Jonathan Gant at Dimmitt Middle School in Renton on Saturday evening.
Family and friends of Jonathan Gant came together at Dimmitt Middle School in Renton, which several of them attended years ago. Nearly 150 gathered to share stories and prayers, remembering a man who was the center of their friend circle because of his devotion to others. Gant was living in the Philippines but suffered a medical emergency while in the process of buying Christmas toys for dozens of children on the island ofHe needed immediate surgery for the aortic dissection but the hospital lacked enough blood for the transfusion. Here in Washington, Gant's loved ones worked the phones and social media to line up donors. Gant was able to undergo surgery but he died three days later when his organs shut down.
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