Household of teenage who died after Lehi motorbike crash says he saved lives by donating organs

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LEHI — The household of a teen who died following a crash in Lehi final weekend mentioned his legacy resides on after his organs had been donated to a number of folks.

Zeke Gordon, 17, was using a home-built motorbike when he hit a pickup truck. Lehi police mentioned he was not carrying a helmet.

“There are not any phrases to explain that feeling of emotion whenever you’re informed that you do not get your youngster again,” mentioned Jennifer Corridor, Zeke’s aunt.

Corridor is the sister of Zeke’s father who spoke on his behalf to KSL-TV. Corridor mentioned Zeke’s father is devastated.

“That is the second youngster that he is misplaced,” Corridor mentioned.

Zeke was described as a enjoyable and loving teenager who was vigorous.

“You realize when he was right here, he wasn’t quiet,” Corridor mentioned with amusing.

However a small gesture Zeke made grew to become a chance to make a distinction.

“Zeke was raised to know that (the) accountability is ours to assist others,” Corridor mentioned. “He had simply obtained his driver’s license not too lengthy previous to this accident, the place he did examine field the organ donation.”

Zeke was positioned on life help at Main Kids’s Hospital to seek out matches for his organs. Corridor mentioned 4 folks had been in a position to obtain a donation.

“To us, he’s really a hero and resides on,” Corridor mentioned.

Zeke’s household hopes their story serves as a reminder to spend time with family members.

A GoFundMe* has been set as much as assist with medical and funeral bills in addition to counseling companies for Zeke’s siblings. To donate, click on right here.

*KSL.com doesn’t guarantee that the cash deposited to the account can be utilized for the advantage of the individuals named as beneficiaries. In case you are contemplating a deposit to the account, you must seek the advice of your individual advisers and in any other case proceed at your individual danger.

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