July 31st 2024.
Tragedy struck the community when Drew Kohn, a young man who had defied medical odds and emerged from a coma after 244 days, was killed in a truck accident just a little over seven years later. Drew's story had been nothing short of a modern day miracle, and now his loved ones are left to mourn his untimely passing.
It all started in July of 2017, just days before Drew's 23rd birthday, when he was involved in a motorcycle crash in Jacksonville, Florida. The impact of the accident left him with a traumatic brain injury, two impaled lungs, a broken shoulder, and other injuries. Drew was wearing a helmet, but it was knocked off along with his shoes due to the severity of the crash.
Doctors initially gave little hope for Drew's recovery and believed he would never walk or talk again. However, his family and friends refused to give up on him. A GoFundMe page was set up to support Drew's medical expenses and to spread the word about his remarkable journey. It stated that despite the doctors' predictions, Drew's faith and the power of prayer helped him come out of his coma after 244 days, and he was able to live life to the fullest.
Drew's mother, Yolanda Osborne-Kohn, never lost hope and continued to pray for her son's recovery. She recalls how the doctors wanted to harvest Drew's organs, but her faith gave her the courage to speak up and push back. She was determined to see Drew wake up and live a full life.
After five long months in the hospital, Drew was finally discharged and went home to continue his recovery. His mother's unwavering faith and prayers paid off when Drew suddenly woke up and spoke to her, saying, "Yeah mom, I'm OK. I love you, mom." It was a moment of pure joy and relief for Yolanda and the rest of Drew's family.
But just when things were looking up for Drew, tragedy struck again. On a Friday, just over seven years after waking up from his coma and days before his 30th birthday, Drew was out for a walk when he was hit by a pickup truck on Collins Road. He was pronounced dead at the scene, leaving his family and friends devastated.
Despite the heartbreaking loss, Yolanda finds solace in knowing that Drew is now healed and at peace. She believes that he is in a better place, walking and free from any struggles. She imagines him lifting his arm high in gratitude and holding a football in one hand and a Bible in the other, thanking Jesus for his new life.
The truck driver who hit Drew immediately stopped and called for help, fully cooperating with the authorities. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office stated that the driver did not see Drew before the accident. The community has come together to support Drew's family during this difficult time, with the GoFundMe page raising over $12,000 as of Wednesday evening.
While Drew's loved ones will always miss him dearly, they find peace in the fact that he is finally home. His story will continue to inspire others, and his memory will live on through the lives he touched.
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