07/17/2026
Meet Rogelio — Our Papu ❤️
Over 35 years ago, our dad, Rogelio, came to the United States with a dream of building a better life for his family. Through hard work, sacrifice, and unwavering love, he became the foundation of our family—the person who always put everyone else's needs before his own.
He spent decades providing for us, teaching us the value of kindness, resilience, and family. To his grandchildren, he's simply Papu—their biggest supporter, storyteller, and source of unconditional love. Nothing brings him more joy than spending time with them and with his loyal dog, Troy, who was once his daily adventure partner on long walks and outings.
Recently, our lives changed when Rogelio was diagnosed with liver cirrhosis. His health has declined significantly, and the simple routines he once loved have been replaced with medications, doctor's appointments, and the constant hope of avoiding another trip to the emergency room while he waits for the greatest gift imaginable—a liver transplant.
We're creating this page to share Rogelio's journey, raise awareness, and connect with others who may be able to help. Every share, every kind word, every prayer, and every act of support means more than we can express. We remain hopeful that, through the kindness of others, he will receive the second chance he so deeply deserves.
If you would like to help, please share Rogelio's Living Liver Donor Campaign with your family, friends, and on your social media platforms.
If you are interested in being evaluated as a potential living liver donor for Rogelio, please click the link below and complete the Living Liver Donor Questionnaire. The Living Donor Team at Northwestern Memorial Hospital will review your information and contact you directly to discuss the next steps.
nmlivingliverdonor.org
Thank you for taking the time to read Rogelio's story. Your support, prayers, and willingness to share his journey mean the world to our family. Thank you for your time and consideration. ❤️