More than 70% of potential organ and tissue donor cases recovered by OneLegacy are, at one point, coroner’s cases.
It is only after a forensic investigator gives clearance that the donation process can proceed. This special relationship between the two agencies can be summarized by the title of the mural: “Working Together to Save Lives.” To show appreciation to the men and women of the Department's Coroner's Division, OneLegacy has donated a mural painted in the Coroner's facility.
“Working Together to Save Lives” is the newly completed mural located in the Orange County Coroner Division facility. The mural celebrates the special collaboration between the Department and OneLegacy, the organ and tissue recovery organization serving the seven-county greater Los Angeles area.
Among those at the presentation were Sheriff Sandra Hutchens, Chief Deputy Coroner Jacque Brendt, officials of OneLegacy and a couple of special ladies.
The mural captures the first time that Amber Vargas listened to her mother’s heart beat in the chest of the Karen Athey, whose life was saved by the organ donation. Both Amber and Karen were present.
The presentation of the mural was covered by both the Orange County Register and KCAL.
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