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From the News: Honoring the life and legacy of Manuel Rodriguez
October 2, 2025
Manuel Rodriguez was a devoted husband and father, driven by hope and determination in his pursuit of the American Dream. On May 29, 2024, following a tragic farm accident, Manuel became a donor hero, saving three lives through the gift of organ donation and giving others the chance to pursue their own dreams.
His wife, Dana, and son, Luke, recently sat down with Steve Mehling of WSMV 4 in Nashville to share more about Manuel’s remarkable story and the lasting impact of his lifesaving legacy.
Visit the WSMV website to watch the full segment online.
You can be a hero like Manuel. Register as an organ, eye and tissue donor today at donatelifetn.org
About Tennessee Donor Services
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Tennessee Donor Services a non-profit, organ procurement organization (OPO) dedicated to saving and improving lives by connecting organ and tissue donations to the patients who need them. TDS serves nearly five and a half million people in Tennessee and Virginia.
