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You Provided Blessings For A Couple In Crisis

Through Your Support of Pastoral Services, You Helped Save a Life

McLeod Health Foundation donors have long understood the value of McLeod Pastoral Services. Over the years, our donors’ gifts have funded crisis intervention responses for patients and staff, and educational resources for our chaplains.

Recently, the Foundation team learned of a message from a very grateful family. It told the story of how Chaplain Sam Turbeville, Director of McLeod Pastoral Services, provided thoughtful guidance in their time of crisis.

Michelle and Scott Storzillo moved to Myrtle Beach 12 years ago when Scott retired from law enforcement. They were enjoying retirement when Scott’s addiction with alcohol created a life-threatening emergency. A nearby hospital did not have the necessary services, so Scott was transferred to McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence in the middle of the night.

Upon learning the severity of Scott’s condition, Michelle asked for a priest to perform the last rites. There was no priest on-site at that hour, but Sam arrived to lead her in prayer over her husband.

The physician told Michelle that Scott’s only hope was 24-hour dialysis. Michelle initially declined, wanting to honor Scott’s wishes not to be kept alive on machines.

Sam reassured her that the dialysis would only be temporary. It was the last remaining option, and at the very least, it would provide time for their son to fly in from Texas. 

Scott miraculously survived the night. He remained in the hospital for a month until he was able to return home and receive care at a local clinic. After two months, he was discharged with a clean bill of health.

“We are so grateful that McLeod supports this wonderful Pastoral Care program,” Michelle shares. “It is essential to have the calming words of comfort and guidance that chaplains like Sam provide. He was heaven-sent. Scott would not be here with us today without Sam’s reassurance.”                                                 

Our dedicated and compassionate chaplains help patients through difficult emotions, whether they are persons of faith or not. Donors like you ensure that chaplains are available around the clock at McLeod Regional Medical Center.

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