A few days ago, Rutgers football superfan and high school student Danny Garofalo Jr. sadly lost his lifetime battle with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The 16 year-old suffered from a genetic disorder that produces progressive muscle loss throughout the body. Here is a touching tribute to Danny from Cheryl Makin of the Bridgewater Courier News.
The article is a must read and details how Danny inspired his community, family and friends with his “Make Every Day Count” mantra. We are all passionate Rutgers fans, like Danny, but his story is a great reminder of how great the gift of life truly is.