Our beloved son, Vrishin Chandra, was diagnosed with Nephrotic Syndrome. This syndrome affects kidney function and is usually treated with steroids.

Vrishin was responding well to the steroid treatment, until he contracted a Staph infection on his heart. This led to two open heart surgeries to repair, and eventually replace the heart valve.

Vrishin remained on steroid treatments and began dialysis on a daily basis. We never lost hope that his kidney function may return and Vrishin would lead a normal life. After spending many months recovering at The University of Michigan, Mott’s Children Hospital, Vrishin came home in September and continued recuperating. In December of 2003, Vrishin contracted an influenza virus. His compromised immune system could not fight the virus.

Vrishin Chandra passed away just shy of his second birthday on December 20th, 2003. He was an inspiration to all.

We will never forget you VRISHIN…… Love Mom and Dad