James Via with his wife Melody
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Pictured: this undated image provided by family members shows James (Jamie) Via embracing his wife, Melody. Jamie died in a head-on collision on Taylorsville Lake Road in rural Jefferson County, Ky., on Dec. 5, 2023. (Family Photo)
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Jamie Via received a kidney transplant in 2016 and was a strong advocate for organ donations.
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