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Beloved El Paso Hospice Patient Passes After Inspiring Toy Drive

KVIA••Armando Ramirez
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Kenia Marisol Huerta Medina, a 7-year-old hospice patient known for her heartwarming toy drive for children in need, has passed away. The Hospice of El Paso confirmed her death and highlighted her initiative, Kenia's Butterfly Wish, which aimed to bring joy to other pediatric patients during the holiday season. Interim CEO Robert Enriquez praised Kenia for her selflessness, stating that she used her final wish to uplift the community. Her legacy of kindness will be remembered by many in El Paso.

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