Hudson County Teen Saves Six Lives With Organ Donation

Six people will get a second chance at life because of Ronald Witherspoon Jr.

After the Jersey City teen was fatally shot on July 22 near his Belmont Avenue home, his family donated his organs through the New Jersey Sharing Network.

The recipients include a 13-year-old girl, a 31-year-old woman and four men, NJ.com reported.

Police are still investigating Witherspoon’s fatal shooting, which may have been the result of a stray bullet, his family suggested.

But in the meanwhile, the mourning continues.

Witherspoon’s family and friends have set up a GoFundMe campaign to help defray funeral expenses.

His family shared a message about the campaign:

“On Thursday night at the age of 16, Ronald Witherspoon Jr. was pronounced dead due to a gun shoot wound to the head. Ronald Jr. was just yards away from his house when it happened. This tragic event was unexpected and caught many off guard. Ronald had a heart of gold and was loved by many. We are raising money to give Ronald Jr. the proper Homegoing Celebration.”

See how you can contribute to the campaign here.