95-Year-Old Grandfather Serves as 'Flower Boy' at Granddaughter's Wedding One Year After Near-Fatal Fall
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Erin Clack
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Summary
A 95-year-old grandfather, Bert Edlin, served as "flower boy" at his granddaughter Rachel Powell's wedding, just one year after suffering a near-fatal fall that left doctors doubtful he would walk, talk, or eat again. Bert defied medical odds after a serious fall requiring resuscitation and a tracheotomy, with his granddaughter's wedding motivation inspiring his remarkable recovery.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledBert Edlin suffered a serious fall that left him needing to be resuscitated
Doctors told his family that if he managed to survive, he would likely not be able to walk, talk or even eat again
But Bert defied the odds — and it was his granddaughter, Rachel Powell, who gave him the special motivation that inspired his miracle
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