David and Tammy Wilson live in Dayton, OR, with their children: Melaney, who is 23 years old; Mason, who is 21 years old; Bryce, who is 16 years old; and Michael, who is 13 years old and affected by Krabbe disease. Michael was diagnosed because of his older brother Marshall and received a cord blood transplant (CBT) in February 2011 at Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. Marshall, born on June 15, 2009, was diagnosed with Krabbe disease in November 2010, too late for treatment. Marshall went to heaven on March 5, 2016. Today, Michael is an active and happy 13 year old who is loved by all who know him.

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