In a profoundly moving moment, terminally ill father Mark Aulger cradled his newborn baby girl, Savannah, in his arms for a precious 45 minutes. This extraordinary event held particular significance as it fulfilled the dying father's final wish shortly before his passing.
Diagnosed with colon cancer in April, the 52-year-old Texan underwent surgery and six months of chemotherapy. In 2011, after spending Christmas together, the Aulger family believed Mark had beaten cancer. However, complications arose, and Mark's lungs were severely damaged by the chemotherapy, leading to his decline.
Doctors estimated he had just a week to live, and Mark's last wish was to hold his infant daughter. Despite being in a coma, he was moved to a large delivery room on January 18, where Diane delivered their precious baby girl, two weeks early. Despite his condition, Mark was aware of the birth and held his daughter tenderly in a heart-wrenching moment.
Mark Aulger passed away on January 23, surrounded by his loved ones, including baby Savannah, whom he adored. Although his family must now cope without him, they find solace in the fulfillment of his final wish to hold his baby girl in his arms.
