“In April 2025, our journey changed when doctors discovered that Andi had a severe congenital heart defect. On May 1, she was diagnosed with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome, along with additional complications that made her condition far more complex than typical HLHS cases. We were told her only chance for survival would be a heart transplant.

The months leading up to her birth were filled with consultations, planning, and prayer. We connected with other families who had walked similar paths and found hope in their stories.

Andi Faye was born on July 17, 2025. Within minutes, she was transferred to Children’s Health in Dallas, where she began an extraordinary fight for her life. At just one day old, she underwent her first surgery. At six days old, she endured a second open-heart surgery to place a single ventricle assist device (SVAD) and was officially accepted as a heart transplant candidate.

Over the next several months, Andi faced countless procedures, infections, and medical challenges with remarkable strength and courage. On December 17, we received the call we had been praying for—a donor heart was available. Her transplant took place on December 20.

Although the surgery was technically successful, Andi’s new heart never fully recovered. After fighting bravely through every obstacle, we said goodbye to our sweet girl on January 9, 2026.

In her five months and three weeks, Andi taught us more than we could have imagined. She showed us what true strength, resilience, and unconditional love look like. She made us parents, advocates, and stronger people. Andi was a warrior, and because of her, our lives are forever changed. Her legacy will continue to inspire us to help other children and families facing congenital heart disease.”