#DStrong: Family Prepares For Dorian Murray's 'Transition To Heaven'
WESTERLY, R.I. (CBS/AP) – The little boy whose fight with cancer captivated hearts around the world may not have long to live, but his family is now taking steps to make sure his legacy continues forever.
Eight-year-old Dorian Murray has terminal cancer, and told his family he wanted to be famous in China before going to heaven. His father posted the wish on social media, urging people to use the hashtag #DStrong, and it spread across the globe.
Dorian's family says his health has deteriorated and they are awaiting his "peaceful transition to heaven." His treatment was stopped after cancer cells were found in his spinal fluid.
His mother took to Facebook on Tuesday to say how hard it is to watch Dorian "slip away."
"Every breath he takes could be his last, every sound he makes may be the last time I hear his little voice," she wrote. "He said my name twice yesterday, it made me smile."
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But she also shared some uplifting news – the family is starting the "Dorian J. Murray Foundation" to keep the #DStrong movement going forever.
The foundation's mission will be to bring more awareness to pediatric cancer and raise money to support pediatric cancer research, as well as families of diagnosed children.
Dorian's family says more information about the foundation will be released soon. Anyone who wants to donate now can send a check to the Dorian J. Murray Foundation at PO Box 1225, Westerly RI 02891.
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