09/25/2026
🦋 FLUTTER CLUB SPOTLIGHT: CHAD & ROBIN 🦋
Today, we remember Chad, who was born with a congenital heart condition. His mother, Robin, was told he might not live to see his first birthday.
Robin reached out to Flutter Club this week to share that Chad passed away on September 7, 2026, just four days shy of his 38th birthday. 🪽
Throughout Chad’s life, Robin was his devoted mother, caregiver, and steadfast advocate. She supported him through significant health challenges while helping him build a life filled with joy and meaning.
This past year, when Chad needed to travel to Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, Robin contacted Flutter Club for assistance. We were honored to help Chad and Robin travel aboard The Flutter Express to access the care he needed.
What was expected to be a short trip became a month-long stay. When Chad was able to return home, we were grateful to bring him and Robin home together.
Chad was a bright light. The last time we saw him, he spoke about vacations and spending time with his sister and parents. Even through difficult health challenges, he continued looking ahead and finding reasons to be hopeful.
We are deeply saddened by Chad’s passing and grateful to have been part of his and Robin’s journey. Robin shared these words with us: “…Thanks to you and your husband for making us feel so at home with our drive to New York.”
To Robin and the entire Piacente family, thank you for trusting us and allowing us to know Chad. We will remember his smile, joy, strength, and the love that surrounded him throughout his life.
Nearly 38 years after his family was told he might not make it to his first birthday, Chad leaves behind a life and story that will not be forgotten. Rest peacefully, Chad. It was our honor to be a small part of your journey. 🦋🪽❤️
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