Condolences To The Horry Family

[westcoastsfinest]

[h1]Horry’s daughter dies after long illness[/h1]
Jun 14, 8:50 pm EDT

HOUSTON (AP)—The 17-year-old daughter of former NBA star Robert Horry died Tuesday after battling a rare genetic condition.

Ashlyn Horry was born in Houston in 1994 and eventually diagnosed with the 1p36 Deletion Syndrome, a rare chromosome disease that is characterized by intellectual disability, delayed growth, seizures and respiratory problems. Texas Children’s Hospital spokeswoman Nicole Terry says Ashlyn Horry died there.

Robert Horry and Ashlyn’s mother, Keva, set up a foundation in 2008 to provide support to families with children coping with similar illnesses. A message was left at the foundation’s office seeking comment.

Robert Horry won seven NBA championships with three teams in 16 NBA seasons. He earned the nickname “Big Shot Bob

 

[westcoastsfinest]

[h1]Horry’s daughter dies after long illness[/h1]
Jun 14, 8:50 pm EDT

HOUSTON (AP)—The 17-year-old daughter of former NBA star Robert Horry died Tuesday after battling a rare genetic condition.

Ashlyn Horry was born in Houston in 1994 and eventually diagnosed with the 1p36 Deletion Syndrome, a rare chromosome disease that is characterized by intellectual disability, delayed growth, seizures and respiratory problems. Texas Children’s Hospital spokeswoman Nicole Terry says Ashlyn Horry died there.

Robert Horry and Ashlyn’s mother, Keva, set up a foundation in 2008 to provide support to families with children coping with similar illnesses. A message was left at the foundation’s office seeking comment.

Robert Horry won seven NBA championships with three teams in 16 NBA seasons. He earned the nickname “Big Shot Bob

 

[night marcher01]

Already posted bro in the Laker thread and General forum. Surprisingly there were most NTers that cared more in the General.

RIP.

 

[night marcher01]

Already posted bro in the Laker thread and General forum. Surprisingly there were most NTers that cared more in the General.

RIP.

 

[finallyfamous]

Damn.

RIP

 

[finallyfamous]

Damn.

RIP

 

[westcoastsfinest]

Originally Posted by Night Marcher01

Already posted bro in the Laker thread and General forum. Surprisingly there were most NTers that cared more in the General.

RIP.

yeah, i was a bit surprised it hasnt been posted on s&t yet.


i remember this story was well documented when he was a laker....RIP.

 

[westcoastsfinest]

Originally Posted by Night Marcher01

Already posted bro in the Laker thread and General forum. Surprisingly there were most NTers that cared more in the General.

RIP.

yeah, i was a bit surprised it hasnt been posted on s&t yet.


i remember this story was well documented when he was a laker....RIP.

 

[trunks206]

Damn that is unfortunate, RIP to his daughter and my condolences to him and his loved ones. 

 

[trunks206]

Damn that is unfortunate, RIP to his daughter and my condolences to him and his loved ones. 

 

[pmatic]

Ashlyn's Smile: Robert Horry's letter to his daughter

Dear Ashlyn,
Your beautiful smile has always been my inspiration. Although I am the father, you were my teacher, my hope and incentive, and my role model -- to your brother Camron and mother, Keva, as well.

Born with courage and determination, you confronted and overcame the challenges of 1p36 deletion syndrome, a rare and disabling genetic disorder. My admiration for you is only outdone by your dazzling smile, immortal in my heart.

I know you were constantly in pain, but you always endured with a smile. You were physically challenged, but it never prevented you from spreading warmth and love with pride and confidence.

I wanted you to join the play of the other children on holidays, but that was my hardship -- you enjoyed the laughter and seized every moment.

The appreciation of life, however brief it may be, was your gift to us, your loving family. And we will always remember that endearing smile, a smile that was contagious and admired by all.

Houston was your home, the place where you underwent care and treatment and offered the same with your striking and infectious smile. My NBA career was a challenge because it kept me away from home, but no matter where I played -- Los Angeles or San Antonio -- my heart always remained in Houston. And I couldn't wait to visit so I could hold you. Daddy-daughter time was precious; I treasured our moments together and held onto your irresistible smile, my inspiration.

My retirement finally enabled me to join you, and I witnessed the fighter spirit daily. The things we take for granted -- breathing, eating, walking -- were your obstacles. But you faced every challenge with courage and that charming smile that made everything better.

You only had seventeen short years, not nearly enough time for me, but when I get angry, I think of your smile and the cheer you shared with everyone around you.

On this day, Father's Day, your spirit is watching over me and making sure we are all safe and warm. I know you are smiling on life, love and family, and waiting for us to join you. There will come a time when we will again see that engaging smile that brought us so much joy each day of your life.

In your loving memory, we will persistently seek to increase awareness of 1p36 deletion syndrome through your foundation. We will bring hope to others around the world, to the children who suffer from the same genetic disorder, and to those parents and families who share the same desperation.

As the clock ticks, we will nudge medical science with your courage and determination and hope and pray that your eternal smile will offer the comfort that inspired me each day of your beautiful life.

I will always love you.

Love, Dad


Link

 

[pmatic]

Ashlyn's Smile: Robert Horry's letter to his daughter

Dear Ashlyn,
Your beautiful smile has always been my inspiration. Although I am the father, you were my teacher, my hope and incentive, and my role model -- to your brother Camron and mother, Keva, as well.

Born with courage and determination, you confronted and overcame the challenges of 1p36 deletion syndrome, a rare and disabling genetic disorder. My admiration for you is only outdone by your dazzling smile, immortal in my heart.

I know you were constantly in pain, but you always endured with a smile. You were physically challenged, but it never prevented you from spreading warmth and love with pride and confidence.

I wanted you to join the play of the other children on holidays, but that was my hardship -- you enjoyed the laughter and seized every moment.

The appreciation of life, however brief it may be, was your gift to us, your loving family. And we will always remember that endearing smile, a smile that was contagious and admired by all.

Houston was your home, the place where you underwent care and treatment and offered the same with your striking and infectious smile. My NBA career was a challenge because it kept me away from home, but no matter where I played -- Los Angeles or San Antonio -- my heart always remained in Houston. And I couldn't wait to visit so I could hold you. Daddy-daughter time was precious; I treasured our moments together and held onto your irresistible smile, my inspiration.

My retirement finally enabled me to join you, and I witnessed the fighter spirit daily. The things we take for granted -- breathing, eating, walking -- were your obstacles. But you faced every challenge with courage and that charming smile that made everything better.

You only had seventeen short years, not nearly enough time for me, but when I get angry, I think of your smile and the cheer you shared with everyone around you.

On this day, Father's Day, your spirit is watching over me and making sure we are all safe and warm. I know you are smiling on life, love and family, and waiting for us to join you. There will come a time when we will again see that engaging smile that brought us so much joy each day of your life.

In your loving memory, we will persistently seek to increase awareness of 1p36 deletion syndrome through your foundation. We will bring hope to others around the world, to the children who suffer from the same genetic disorder, and to those parents and families who share the same desperation.

As the clock ticks, we will nudge medical science with your courage and determination and hope and pray that your eternal smile will offer the comfort that inspired me each day of your beautiful life.

I will always love you.

Love, Dad


Link

 

[ooiron manoo]

Originally Posted by Night Marcher01

Already posted bro in the Laker thread and General forum. Surprisingly there were most NTers that cared more in the General.

RIP.

Wait, posting = caring?

This has already been posted in General.  It is truly a sad story, Horry was always quiet but carried a big stick.  One of the Lakers that was truly hard to hate even before finding out about his daughters illness.  However, Horry did spend a lot of time with his daughter and provided her with the best care, she stayed in Houston when he was dealt to Phoenix and then Los Angeles, and was the reason he signed with San Antonio.

@ the letter

 

[ooiron manoo]

Originally Posted by Night Marcher01

Already posted bro in the Laker thread and General forum. Surprisingly there were most NTers that cared more in the General.

RIP.

Wait, posting = caring?

This has already been posted in General.  It is truly a sad story, Horry was always quiet but carried a big stick.  One of the Lakers that was truly hard to hate even before finding out about his daughters illness.  However, Horry did spend a lot of time with his daughter and provided her with the best care, she stayed in Houston when he was dealt to Phoenix and then Los Angeles, and was the reason he signed with San Antonio.

@ the letter

 

[ooiron manoo]

 

[ooiron manoo]

 

[Shanegerous]

RIP

 

[Shanegerous]

RIP

 

[bigmike23]

that letter almost got me

  

 

[bigmike23]

that letter almost got me

  

 

[dland24]

RIP

 

[dland24]

RIP

 

[hawkflight6]

RIP

 

[hawkflight6]

RIP