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Xavion Young

Xavion Young   (2011-2019) Xavion Young was seven years old and had autism. Born on April 2, 2011, Xavion Young died on January 7, 2019, af...

Monday, April 6, 2015

Wallace J. Wojtowicz

Wallace J. Wojtowicz, Jr. (1966-2015)

Wally Wojtowicz was 48 years old and died at his home in Halfmoon, New York on April 6, 2015, after a long illness. He lived with autism and had also been diagnsed with epilepsy at age 10 and ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) at age 36. Wally Wojtowicz was born in Troy, New York on December 18, 1966. He was an avid reader of history and science books. His writing has been included in many publications, including six books. His parents Wallace and Gayalyn Wojtowicz Sr.helped care for him and they survive him.

Tribute to Wallace J. Wojtowicz, Jr.:  "He was a wonderful advocate for people with disabilities, a deeply spiritual human being and a kind, compassionate friend to all who knew him....His joyful smile, peaceful presence and wise words will be deeply, sorely missed by his family and friends (Wallace Wojtowicz Obituary)."

Links about Wallace J. Wojtowicz, Jr.: 
Obituary: Obituary of Wallace Wojtowicz at Catricala Funeral Home

Thursday, April 2, 2015

Brian Gerwitz

Brian Gerwitz, 20 Years

Brian Gerwitz was 20 years old and had autism. He lived in New York. He had been reported missing on February 17, 2015, and volunteers searched for 44 days for him.His body was found in Marine Park Creek near Brooklyn, New York on April 2, 2015.

Tributes to Brian Gerwitz:
"He was so thoughtful, and if you were sad he would sit with you for hours just hugging you and saying I love you (Laura Rivera, Brian's godmother)."

Links about Brian Gerwitz: 
Blog: Tragic Ending to Brian Gerwitz Wandering Case, Autism Speaks
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