| Karen Boswell On October 5, 1998 Karen Boswell dropped her two sons, Kenny and Kevin, off for an evening of fun at a North County mall. However, unlike most moms, Karen never made it back to pick them up. more | Jerry Davee In 1978, Jerry Davee suffered severe burns while trying to save a close friend from a fiery plane crash. He spent nearly two months in the UCSD Burn Center recovering from his severe burns. more |
| Arnell "Arnie" Garcia In 1983, San Diego Fire-Rescue Department Captain Arnell (Arnie) Garcia responded to a routine car fire. But at the scene, something went terribly wrong. While dousing the flames, a hidden gas tank erupted. Arnie caught on fire. more | Jaime Rodriguez Jaime Rodriguez’ courageous story of strength and perseverance began in 1987, when he was only two years old. One afternoon, he and his babysitter were returning home from the grocery store when they were involved in a fiery car accident. more |
| Cindy Rutter When Cindy Rutter was only 6-years-old, the water located in her bedroom exploded. Spewing hot scalding water and igniting the house on fire, Cindy sustained third degree burns to more than 85-percent of her body. more |
