Unique situations call for unique solutions, and one Texas couple deeply understood that. This couple's wedding was held in a hospital so that the bride's dying father could attend. It is so, so bittersweet. Play the video to see a glimpse of the ceremony.
It was Antonio Moreno’s idea to have the wedding in the hospital so that his future father-in-law could see his daughter, Michella Avila, get married. The couple had originally planned to have a formal wedding months later, but Michelle’s dad’s time was running out.
Michelle’s dad, Jose, had norovirus and interstitial lung disease, and his outlook was not good. She knew her father’s last wish was to see her get married, so she heartily agreed.
The hospital staff, including the hospital’s CEO, was fully on board. By the next day at 2 pm, they had everything for a complete wedding, including a dress and decorations. The couple had no idea. They thought it would just be a small bedside ceremony.
However, the hospital made it special. A local wedding planning business also donated their services. There was even a live singer.
A Father's Final Wish Becomes an Unforgettable Wedding Day
Jose was so grateful to the hospital and his family for making it all happen. He was happy with his son-in-law, Antonio, and was confident that he’d love and protect Michelle through their married lives.
“I feel God answered every wish that I could ask for—and for that, I'm eternally grateful for everyone, every single person on that day," Jose said. He passed away just 5 days later.
And Michelle was so grateful too. The ceremony was beyond what she expected, and she says it all felt like a scene in a movie.
It is incredible that everyone made this special day happen. Everyone, especially Jose, was able to rest happily knowing that he got to attend his little girl’s wedding.
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