Robert Horry's Daughter Has Died
by DexterFishmore on Jun 14, 2011 1:45 PM PDT
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Today has brought an incredibly sad development to Lakerdom. Ashlyn Horry, the 17-year-old daughter of Robert Horry, has died. Ashlyn suffered her entire life from a severe genetic disorder called 1p36 Deletion Syndrome.
A little background, courtesy of Dr. Wikipedia:
1p36 Deletion Syndrome is a congenital genetic disorder caused by the deletion of the most distal band of the short arm of chromosome 1. Chromosome 1 is the largest human chromosome and represents about 8 percent of the total DNA in human cells. The "p" stands for the short or "petite" arm of the chromosome. "36" stands for the location of the deletion on the chromosome.
According to this interview with Rob, Ashlyn in her short life had to deal with "an exorbitant number of tests, numerous surgeries, and several near death experiences." The effects of the syndrome can be brutal and include developmental delays, vision problems, growth abnormalities and hearing loss. There's no cure or specific treatment. Rob created the Ashlyn Horry Foundation to help others afflicted with the condition.
Our thoughts and sympathies are with Rob and his family. Purple and gold forever.
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May she rest in peace
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by lakergirl on Jun 14, 2011 1:47 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
thoughts and prayers to the Horry family.
This is sad, sad news.
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by bluexfalcon on Jun 14, 2011 1:48 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Poor baby. I think she actually lived longer than they were given hope for when she was little.
One of the reasons his family stayed in Houston after he came to L.A. was so she could be close to her doctors and family/friends.
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by SoCalGal on Jun 14, 2011 1:51 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
So sad
I remember there was once a short feature about his daughter and how devoted he was to her. There can’t be anything worse than losing a child. Our love and prayers to Robert Horry and his family. He’ll always have a place in our Lakers family.
by Lkrs4eb on Jun 14, 2011 2:44 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
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I will die a Lakers fan
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by midnightrider1961 on Jun 15, 2011 4:48 AM PDT up reply actions
Rest in peace
Feel so sorry for Robert Horry and his family. Losing a child is probably the worst thing that can happen to somebody.
by NewCavsfan on Jun 14, 2011 2:53 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Wow, this is terrible news...
Rest in peace, no one deserves what she endured. I don’t want to say that I know what they are going through because my brother is still alive and fighting back the Leukemia, but I can feel their pain. My condolences to the Horry family.
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by Hensi24 on Jun 14, 2011 3:00 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
That's terrible news. I hope your brother pulls through!! I'll be praying for you and your family.
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So sad that she left so early
hard to lose a child no matter what age. My thoughts go out to the Horry family
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by Marty Mart on Jun 14, 2011 3:01 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
RIP
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So so sad
A touching story of love, care, patience and affection. The world needs more people with the Horry’s priorities. Rest well.
by Ved on Jun 14, 2011 3:39 PM PDT via mobile reply actions 1 recs
ASHLYN HORRY FOUNDATION
The contribution by the entire Horry family in creating the ASHLYN HORRY FOUNDATION is a blessed step towards the time this condition is conquered and eliminated. I hope your pain is tempered through knowledge your Foundation is on its way to relieving the sufferring of many parents and their children. God speed your recovery and your creating a treatment or cure.
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by B. L. C on Jun 14, 2011 3:40 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
RIP
We owe at least 1 of our championships to his daughter, and so do the Rockets and Spurs.
The reason I say so is because Horry once mentioned that the reason he never felt any pressure in clutch situations is because he had been through worse in his life due to his daughter’s condition.
Everybody knows this shot:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_fhwqXmUMk&feature=channel_video_title
The interview starts ~3:25 and he talks about it ~4:44.
RIP
by AndyChrono on Jun 14, 2011 3:48 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
May God Bless and Comfort The Horry Family During This Difficult Time.
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and you still couldn't get it done?!
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by Bruins78 on Jun 14, 2011 3:58 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Here is the donation link from the site...
As the parent of a child with special needs I can confidently say that every little bit does make a difference. Five would be an appropriate number maybe.
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by Joshua S on Jun 14, 2011 4:06 PM PDT via mobile reply actions 1 recs
Rest in peace. Poor Horry.
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by Cup Noodles on Jun 14, 2011 4:08 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Great guy on and off the court, it’s so sad to hear of his tragic misfortune. My heart goes out to the entire Horry family.
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by waltbabyluv on Jun 14, 2011 5:31 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
So Sad
God Bless him and his family.
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by Jelly Bean on Jun 14, 2011 5:59 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
My heart goes out to Robert Horry his wife and the rest of the Horry family
for the loss of their daughter Ashlyn. I have known for some time now, at least since when Robert first came to the Lakers, of his daughter’s condition. It is out of the natural order of things for a parent to bury a child. Though Ashlyn’s suffering has now ended, as I’m sure she’s moved on to a higher plane, that doesn’t diminish the pain of the loss the Horry family is now feeling with Ashlyn’s passing. I’m sure I speak for the Laker Nation when I say that we mourn with Robert Horry and can be counted on for the love and support of his family at this time.
by BruinPain on Jun 14, 2011 6:12 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
thats awful
thoughts go out to the whole family.
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RIP
God Bless you and your family Robert. Know that we got your back all the way. We’ll push for the foundation as hard as we can at the International News Network (INN).
Can’t imagine what you are going through. Are hearts go out to you and your family.
You’re a Stand up guy, role model, humble and modest. We love you man. Big prayers.
by look closer on Jun 14, 2011 10:50 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
RIP
God bless the Horry family
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My condolences to Robert Horry and family
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R.I.P. Ashlyn
Our prayers and thoughts to the Horry Family.
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RIP
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I remember him being interviewed once about how he made so many clutch shots
and he said something to the effect that he didn’t take the game too seriously because he had a sick kid.
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by D4P on Jun 15, 2011 7:07 AM PDT reply actions 1 recs
RIP little girl
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by imposibol on Jun 15, 2011 7:35 AM PDT reply actions 1 recs
Thats really sad
RIP. Good luck to Robert Horry and his family during this difficult time. I’ll never forget those huge shots he hit.
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by nyyrocks29 on Jun 15, 2011 8:11 AM PDT reply actions 1 recs
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