In a heartwarming story of friendship and generosity, two former high school classmates have reunited in an extraordinary way. Steven Register, a 42-year-old former professional baseball player from Auburn, Alabama, faced a life-threatening challenge after being diagnosed with stage four colon cancer. His best chance for survival was a liver transplant.
As Steven struggled with his health, his wife, Beth, supported him every step of the way. Together, they reached out to their community for help. They used social media to search for a living donor who could provide part of their liver.
Kristin Johnston, 40, a preschool teacher from Roswell, Georgia, heard about Steven’s situation. Despite not having spoken to him in over 20 years, she felt compelled to help. Kristin stepped forward, offering to donate a portion of her liver to save her old friend.
The Register family, which includes Steven, Beth, and their three children—McKenzie, Blakely, and Brooks—has also started a fundraiser on SupportNow. The funds will assist with travel, food, and medical expenses related to the transplant.
This remarkable reunion highlights the power of friendship and the kindness of strangers. As Steven prepares for his transplant, he and his family are grateful for the support they have received from their community and from Kristin, who is making a life-changing sacrifice.