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Faith and letters buoy sclerosis victim's will to live
Lewiston Maine report on Richard Kisonak a 43 year old father of three with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and a life of daily struggle. He remains hopeful despite being told he would die within a year nearly 18 months ago. He communicates by pencil note pad and typewriter and relies on his faith and thousands of letters for strength. His condition worsens with muscle twitching and progressive paralysis as he confronts death.
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Jerry Harkavy
Lewiston, Maine
Richard Kisonak
Portland
Father of Three
Kisonak
Associated Press
Lou Gehrig
New York Yankees
Beverly
Kisonaki
Rick
Jan
Wayne
Lewiston
Maine