Thoughts and Prayers to the Horry family

[Pistons < Spurs]

BA_Turner
Condolences to my friend Robert Horry and his family. His daughter Ashlyn Horry, 17, passed away today. My God bless the Horry family.

[Crookshanks]

Condolences to Robert and his family.

[Sisk]

It says on his twitter she'd be sick for a while. Anyone know with what? That's terrible. Condolences.

[Bukefal]

I think she had some genetic disorder.

May she rest in peace

[Pistons < Spurs]

Here's her story:

http://www.ashlynhorryfoundation.org/index.html

[boutons_deux]

I remember when Robert was a Spur that she was already a very ill, disabled girl. And didn't one time he miss a game or two when she had a crisis?

[Dex]

Wow, sad news indeed. Condolences to Robert Horry and to his family; truly a tragic occurrence.

[Dex]

I remember when Robert was a Spur that she was already a very ill, disabled girl. And didn't one time he miss a game or two when she had a crisis?

IIRC (and it's been a while) one of the reasons Horry chose SA was to be close to Houston so he could help care for his daughter.

[SenorSpur]

Terrible news.

Condolences to all of the Horry family.

[ohmwrecker]

That's just awful to hear. So young . . .

[FromWayDowntown]

Very sad news.

[jjktkk]

Always horrible to hear young people die way too early.

[boutons_deux]

yep, genetic

http://espn.go.com/magazine/vol5no12horry.html

[Viva Las Espuelas]

Damn. So sad.

[baseline bum]

What a devastating loss. I'm glad Rob at least got to spend the last 3 years with her instead of dealing with the crazy NBA schedule. Condolences to one of my favorite Spurs of all time.

[DPG21920]

Wow. Devastating news. God bless them in their time of need.

[spurs10]

That is very sad news. Great condolences to the Horry family.

[Ashy Larry]

No more suffering. No more pain. Just a sad situation.

[TDomination]

Found this while doing some research. A heartfelt story for sure. Condolences to the Horry family

"Ashlyn is the daughter of Keva and Robert Horry (7 time NBA champion). Her father is definitely a standout in the public arena because of his well earned success on the basketball court, but Ashlyn is most definitely the star of her family and I must say, although I am not a part of their beautiful family, I am her #1 fan! ......

READ MORE (http://danaeasonblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/ashlyn-horry-sweetest-sweet-16-miracle.html)

[mexpurs21]

May she rest in peace...I knew that Robert Horry had a big house in Houston made with all the implements his daughter needed to have a better quality of life.

[bigzak25]

prayers to Mr. Horry and his family.

may his daughter rest in peace.

[Spursnlego]

Definetely gonna be praying for Robert and his family.

[Pistons < Spurs]

Ashlyn Horry, the 17-year-old daughter of former NBA player Robert Horry, died today from “severe respiratory issues and a host of other complications requiring a six month stay in Texas Childrens Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit,” according to a report posted on Black Sports Online.

Ashlyn underwent numerous tests and multiple surgeries, according to the report, and nearly died on several other occasions. She was diagnosed with a chromosome abnormality so rare it did not even have name.

Robert Horry played for 15 seasons in the NBA on four different teams -- he Rockets, Suns, Lakers and Spurs. He was on seven championship teams -- two in Houston, three in L.A. and two in San Antonio



Read more: http://aol.sportingnews.com/nba/story/2011-06-14/robert-horrys-17-year-old-daughter-passes-away-from-rare-disease#ixzz1PHJrya5j

[crc21209]

Wow...that's horrible...

[Spurminator]

Heartbreaking.

[Sean Cagney]

Rip!

[Chomag]

So sad, and so young. I know she will be missed by the Horry Family but at least she no longer has to suffer anymore. RIP

[Spurs Brazil]

Sad news

Condolences to Horry and his family

[ClingingMars]

heartbroken. Horry will always be one of my favorite players ever...can't even imagine the pain he is going through right now. my only comfort is that he retired so he has spent a great deal of time with her the past few years.

[Pistons < Spurs]

BA_Turner Brad Turner
Spoke to Robert Horry about his daughter passing:"I want to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers. It means so much to our family."

[Basketball Power]

terrible, god bless his family


one of my fav players of all time, if it wasn't for him, no 05 title

[Brutalis]

Damn... I can't imagine losing my daughter.. hurts so much... my heart goes out to him and his family.

[Libri]

My condolences to Horry and his family.

[DeadlyDynasty]

My condolences to Horry and the fam as well. Horry is definitely one of my favorite players to ever watch, and Laker, Spur, and Rocketfan are indebted to him for his clutchness. RIP to his daughter.

[lefty]

Wow.... that's terrible news


My condolences to Robert and his family

[NRHector]

my condolences to horry and his family.+1

[Sportstudi]

That's just sad. May she rest in peace. Condolences to the family.

[blkroadrunners]

Wow, so heartbreaking. My prayers go out to the Horry family.

[Avitus1]

Thats awful... my prayers are with them.

[shyne]

One of my favorite players of all time, RIP to his daughter and my prayers are with he and his family.

[Agloco]

:depressed:depressed:depressed

[Spursfan092120]

Wow..that's horrible. Thoughts and many prayers to the Horry family. God be with them. May his daughter rest in peace.

[J_Paco]

Sad, sad news about Robert's daughter. My condolences go out to him and his family. May God be with them in their time of need.

[Proxy]

So sad, and so young. I know she will be missed by the Horry Family but at least she no longer has to suffer anymore. RIP

[Biggems]

death is 100% a part of life....unfortunately she died so young and at the same time she suffered quite a bit...it is so horrible. the worst is when the parent outlives the child....that just isnt the way it is supposed to be.

God Bless the Horry family in this time of great sadness....may his daughter shine upon them from Heaven above.....

[ploto]

God Bless the Horry family in their time of loss. RIP Ashlyn.

[TE]

Truly sad to hear someone live a short life with pain and complications. I'm sure she's in a better place now.

Sad day today. RIP to Robert's daughter.

[team-work]

Rip.

[pookenstein]

RIP

Condolences to Robert Horry and his family.

[carina_gino20]

RIP Ashlyn and condolences to the Horry's.

[spursfan09]

So sad. Prayers and thoughts to Horry and his family.

I remember in 02 when the Lakers were playing the Kings and Robert made that last second shot to win the game in LA. And they were interviewing him while he was carrying his daughter and the reporter asked him about the pressure he felt, and he said something to the effect that basketball was not pressure to him. That "this right here is pressure" nodding to his daughter. That's when I realized she was sick. So he seemed to always keep a great perspective that basketball is just basketball, but life and those he loved are more important. That's why he never felt the pressure to hit the big shot. He just would.

[Kamnik]

sad sad news, RIP

[Capt Bringdown]

http://l.yimg.com/a/p/sp/editorial_image/09/094a54143495dfec672278e91ba864a8/teenage_daughter_of_robert_horry_dies_after_lifelo ng_illness.jpg

Condolences

[will_spurs]

Always sad to hear about people dying so young.

[Fernando TD21]

My condolences to the Horry family.

[100%duncan]

oh my god, condolences rob

[Pistons < Spurs]

Ashlyn's Smile: Robert Horry's letter to his daughter


Dear Ashlyn,

Your beautiful smile has always been my inspiration. Although I am the father, you were my teacher, my hope and incentive, and my role model -- to your brother Camron and mother, Keva, as well.

Born with courage and determination, you confronted and overcame the challenges of 1p36 deletion syndrome, a rare and disabling genetic disorder. My admiration for you is only outdone by your dazzling smile, immortal in my heart.

I know you were constantly in pain, but you always endured with a smile. You were physically challenged, but it never prevented you from spreading warmth and love with pride and confidence.

I wanted you to join the play of the other children on holidays, but that was my hardship -- you enjoyed the laughter and seized every moment.

The appreciation of life, however brief it may be, was your gift to us, your loving family. And we will always remember that endearing smile, a smile that was contagious and admired by all.

Houston was your home, the place where you underwent care and treatment and offered the same with your striking and infectious smile. My NBA career was a challenge because it kept me away from home, but no matter where I played -- Los Angeles or San Antonio -- my heart always remained in Houston. And I couldn't wait to visit so I could hold you. Daddy-daughter time was precious; I treasured our moments together and held onto your irresistible smile, my inspiration.

My retirement finally enabled me to join you, and I witnessed the fighter spirit daily. The things we take for granted -- breathing, eating, walking -- were your obstacles. But you faced every challenge with courage and that charming smile that made everything better.

You only had seventeen short years, not nearly enough time for me, but when I get angry, I think of your smile and the cheer you shared with everyone around you.

On this day, Father's Day, your spirit is watching over me and making sure we are all safe and warm. I know you are smiling on life, love and family, and waiting for us to join you. There will come a time when we will again see that engaging smile that brought us so much joy each day of your life.

In your loving memory, we will persistently seek to increase awareness of 1p36 deletion syndrome through your foundation. We will bring hope to others around the world, to the children who suffer from the same genetic disorder, and to those parents and families who share the same desperation.

As the clock ticks, we will nudge medical science with your courage and determination and hope and pray that your eternal smile will offer the comfort that inspired me each day of your beautiful life.

I will always love you.

Love, Dad

[TE]

^ Damn.