The City of Gonzales recently unveiled a memorial in honor of Ava Grace Branstetter, who tragically passed away in 2016 at the age of six. The memorial celebrates her life and the gift of organ donation that saved the lives of three people.
A Moving Tribute
Mayor Tim Riley and city employees, along with family members of Ava Grace, gathered to honor her memory. The ceremony marked the addition of the memorial in Jambalaya Park in Gonzales.
Ava Grace Branstetter was critically injured in a vehicle crash, according to the Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency. After her passing, her family made the decision to donate her organs. Her donation saved three lives, and her vessels were used to help even more people.
The Memorial Plaque
The memorial plaque reads, “This memorial serves to honor all organ donors who shared the gift of life.” It is a tribute to the impact of organ donation and the generosity of families like Ava Grace’s, who choose to give others a chance at life in times of loss.
The Location of the Memorial
The memorial can be found at Jambalaya Park in Gonzales, providing a place for visitors to reflect on the importance of organ donation and the lives that have been saved because of such gifts.
