New Life for Transplant Recipient
After years of waiting, Marcie Waldron became the fortunate recipient of a double organ transplant. She was one of the lucky ones — she received a kidney and pancreas in time to save her life.

Freed from forty years of diabetes and from ten hours of daily dialysis, Marcie began speaking to groups to raise public awareness of the vital need for organ donors. She became a talented leader of transplant support groups, and was a medal winner in swimming at the National Kidney Foundation's Transplant Games.

With her background in jewelry design, Marcie created LifeStars jewelry. She is an inspiring motivational speaker about her transplant experience and the importance of signing up to be an organ and tissue donor. Marcie has given more than 4,500 hand crafted LifeStars to donor families at national and regional transplant events and donor recognition ceremonies.

"Donor families appreciate a tangible gift from a grateful transplant recipient," says Marcie. " The Life Star makes a connection to their loved one, and sparks sharing memories with others."

The LifeStar Story
LifeStars jewelry is handcrafted by Marcie Waldron, a kidney and pancreas recipient.

Marcie's donor's parents told her that they had designated a certain star in the sky to represent the spirit of their son that now watches over her.

As a response from her heart, Marcie designed the first sterling silver LifeStar for her donor's mother — made with love and gratitude for the great gift of life.

The central spiral of the LifeStars depicts the continuity of life. This spiral turns suddenly to travel a new path and create a new shape — a star — representing new life for others. It is a symbol of gratitude for the precious gift of life.

Order LifeStars for donor appreciation ceremonies or gifts for friends and family.