Christian Mor-Ying Yang was an eight-year-old boy who brought laughter and love to his family and friends. In October 2012, Christian began experiencing minor headaches that grew worse over time. On October 25, 2013, his siblings found him no longer breathing. A scan showed that he had suffered a brain aneurysm. It had been Christian's dream to grow up and help children to achieve their dreams and goals. With a huge heart and the will power to help children, Christian saved lives by donating his kidneys, liver, pancreas, and his heart so that his heart valves may be used to replace damaged heart valves in future patients. His mother, Pricilla Yang, said that "His actions and words proved that the life you live can long outlast the time spent on earth."

Christian's Story

From the moment Christian Mor-Ying Yang was born, everyone knew that he was special. His positive morale brought laughter to all, his laughter brought joy, his joy brought love, and from his love, he showed what true compassion meant.

Christian was an outgoing eight-year old boy who was full of life. He spent his days loving cars, running around playing football and tag, playing piano, riding his bike, collecting Pokémon cards, and even volunteering with his father at various missions and religious functions. He also loved hanging out with his friends, playing his Wii, and fighting his BeyBlades toys.

In October 2012, Christian began experiencing occasional minor headaches. By July 2013, the headaches grew worse, but no major issues were found. On the morning of October 25, 2013, Christian's siblings woke up to find that he was not awake and no longer breathing. Christian was rushed to Mayo Clinic where he a scan revealed that he had suffered a brain aneurysm. "It was heart wrenching to hear what our little boy went through and how short of time he had to impact our lives," said his mother, Pricilla Yang.

It had been Christian's dream to grow up and help children to achieve their dreams and goals. With a short life, yet a huge heart and the will power to help children, Christian saved lives by donating his kidneys, liver, pancreas, and his heart so that his heart valves could be used to replace damaged heart valves in future patients.

"Although Christian is no longer here with us in flesh, his spirit and memories will continue to touch us," said Pricilla. "His actions and words proved that the life you live can long outlast the time spent on earth. Christian will forever be remembered as a boy with little feet that were able to fill such big shoes with strides some grown men have yet taken. Christian's legacy has taught an entire community that a person's life is not dictated by the amount of time spent living, but rather by the amount of lives you touch."