The Vulture: Carrying Legacy from Donor Family to Coordinator is a deeply personal memoir about loss, legacy, and the calling to serve others. When Sean’s mother lost her battle with depression, her decision to be an organ donor saved three lives and changed his forever. What began as heartbreak became a mission: to walk beside other families in their hardest moments as a Family Services Coordinator with an Organ Procurement Organization. Through raw honesty and reflection, Sean weaves together his journey from donor family son to professional coordinator. The metaphor of the vulture — often misunderstood, but essential in bringing balance and renewal — threads throughout the story, reshaping what it means to stand in the shadow of loss and carry life forward. Grounded in the imagery of islands and oceans, from the Galápagos to Hawaiʻi, this book is both a tribute to his mother’s legacy and words for families, healthcare teams, and anyone who has wondered about the true meaning of donation. It is a story of grief, resilience, and the enduring truth that love and legacy do not end.