nylyon-(Admin) 7,288 #1 Posted August 10, 2021 Here at RedSquare we are very accustomed to members helping other members out, it's always been kind of a thing here. Some guys provide guidance on how to fix things, others prefer to lend a physical hand and travel to help their Wheel Horse Buddies. Then there are some who donate parts to help their brothers (and sisters) get going again. David Star belongs to this last category, but instead of the usual mold plow, drive belt or axle hub, David donated a kidney! You read that right, David Star donated a kidney to give Howard Della Puca (857 Horse) a second chance at life. This is a selfless act and words alone can not express your kindness, generosity and courage to participate in such a beautiful display. We are grateful to have you here as a member and are so fortunate that you were able to donate for Howard. While it pales in comparison, we at RedSquare have elevated your account with a Lifetime Supporter membership, and our sincerest and upmost respect for you. Thank you David, from the entire RedSquare community! 4 5 38 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 62,905 #2 Posted August 10, 2021 Wow, amazing! Thank you RedSquare for that small gift to @David Star for such a selfless act as donating an organ! Howard is a special dude to so many, the Pullstart gang is already excited to see his crooked smile at the Big Show ‘22! David, you are a hero and here’s to life treating you as kindly as you’ve done for Howard! 5 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Star 85 #3 Posted August 10, 2021 (edited) Thank you so much. I recently lost my younger brother to lung cancer and there was nothing I could do to help him or make him feel better. When I talked to Howard, I thought that I may be able to help. God was good and we are both doing well. ****Edited**** Google"Major Richard Star" to learn a little bit about my brother. He was my best friend, best man , and a soldier's soldier even while sick.i truly miss him. Dave Star Edited August 12, 2021 by David Star 2 3 27 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #4 Posted August 10, 2021 David, you are a good man and I am proud to have you as a friend. Glad our paths crossed and hope to see you again soon. May you and Howard have complete healing and let’s get on with this tractor thing that brought us all together. 5 1 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,594 #5 Posted August 10, 2021 2 hours ago, pullstart said: Wow, amazing! Thank you RedSquare for that small gift to @David Star for such a selfless act as donating an organ! David, you are a hero and here’s to life treating you as kindly as you’ve done for Howard! Well said @pullstart… Amazing gift @David Star…! 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill D 1,922 #6 Posted August 10, 2021 May God bless David and Howard with speedy recoveries. 1 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roadapples 6,983 #7 Posted August 10, 2021 Wonderful thing you've done David. Hope to meet you next year... 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,376 #8 Posted August 10, 2021 No greater act of love is for someone like David to give Howard a kidney. May God bless you both with complete healing with no complications. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,280 #9 Posted August 10, 2021 I was so touched by David's selfless gift that I shared the story with our minister and he included it as a part of Sunday's sermon. David, I am so sorry to learn of the loss of your brother. Thank you for your service to our country and I too look forward to meeting you. 9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex175 784 #10 Posted August 11, 2021 This is truly awe inspiring. To take a tragic loss, and use it as inspiration to quite literally give a piece of yourself to help save the life of another person is nothing short of amazing. Best wishes to you both as you recover. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Daddy Don 905 #11 Posted August 12, 2021 No mater who it is in the Militaria or other we were taught to do anything and everything to save your buddy life even if it put you at risk. This has been my moto ever since I got back from the service. David will be well rewarded for his courage and respect for someone else life. Respect is for all to of us to remember. God bless all of us no matter who we are. Great job David 1 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,330 #12 Posted August 13, 2021 Howard is a good man and David is a man who I have much respect for. Great to have both here. 2 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 48,823 #13 Posted August 13, 2021 Wow, Must run in the family. Disabled veterans advocate Richard Star has died, but his fight for concurrent receipt presses on (militarytimes.com) Text - S.344 - 117th Congress (2021-2022): Major Richard Star Act | Congress.gov | Library of Congress 2 1 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,280 #14 Posted August 14, 2021 On 8/13/2021 at 9:16 AM, WHX?? said: Wow, Must run in the family. Disabled veterans advocate Richard Star has died, but his fight for concurrent receipt presses on (militarytimes.com) Text - S.344 - 117th Congress (2021-2022): Major Richard Star Act | Congress.gov | Library of Congress Anyone who reads this account and hasn't got a lump in their through and shed a tear isn't human! 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorse520H 708 #15 Posted August 21, 2021 On 8/10/2021 at 11:18 AM, David Star said: Google"Major Richard Star" to learn a little bit about my brother. He was my best friend, best man , and a soldier's soldier even while sick.i truly miss him. I am sorry about your brother, I can’t imagine losing mine. I googled “Major Richard Star” because I was interested, it sounds like he tried to do some good things for disabled veterans. It is sad that he passed before anything was done to help him. It was very thoughtful and selfless of you to help a fellow human. Giving an organ for someone else to have a second chance is amazing. For that you have my respect. I saw this on another thread from just after the operation but I am hopeful that you both recover quickly. 2 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Star 85 #16 Posted August 28, 2021 Thank you all for the very kind words, thoughts and prayers. I started back to work part time this week and Howard and his wife went on a mini vacation (overnight trip). We are both doing well, physically and in good spirits. I deployed to Afghanistan twice and my little brother four times....please keep our military in your constant prayers and that they are allowed to get our people home. 1 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 17,508 #17 Posted August 28, 2021 Glad to hear you both are doing well. It’s a bad situation over there. Thank you for you and your brother for serving. Much respect my friend. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SylvanLakeWH 25,594 #18 Posted August 28, 2021 Thank you for your service. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 55,280 #19 Posted August 28, 2021 9 hours ago, David Star said: I started back to work part time this week and Howard and his wife went on a mini vacation (overnight trip). We are both doing well, physically and in good spirits. Thank you for giving Howard the opportunity to enjoy another birthday. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 11,376 #20 Posted August 28, 2021 So happy to hear you're both doing well. I pray you continue to do so. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WheelHorse520H 708 #21 Posted August 28, 2021 Glad to hear your both getting out and about, I hope you both continue to recover quickly. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RandyLittrell 3,884 #22 Posted August 30, 2021 I truly have a year in my eye right now!! In the age of entitlement and people thinking if nothing but themselves, you are truly a ray of hope in this world!! Bless you David Star!!! Randy 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wheelhorse#1 1,666 #23 Posted January 11, 2022 What a awesome thing to do.There is still good people among us. Bravo David ! 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy11 5,714 #24 Posted February 11, 2022 Wow! How did I miss this? This is an absolutely wonderful story. Truly amazing. There are sincerely some good people among us. Don 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,987 #25 Posted February 11, 2022 13 minutes ago, Snoopy11 said: Wow! How did I miss this? Never too late to find a good thing. You will appreciate the preciousness of it even more. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
