As you all know by now, Howie lost a VERY important member of his family on September 12, 1998: his sister, Caroline Yvonne Dorough-Cochran. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Howie & his family, and may Caroline rest in peace. Here's the official statement from Howie regarding his sister's death....
Regarding the recent passing of my sister, Caroline Cochran, the outpouring of emotion and sympathy I have received from fans and the media has been overwhelming. Caroline was only 37 when she lost her battle with the disease called lupus. This Disease affects the immune system, often striking down young people like my sister in their prime.
Instead of sending cards or gifts in memory of my sister, I would request that a donation be made to the fund I have established in her name. This donation would help the study of this disease so that hopefully a cure can be found and no other family will have to suffer a loss such as ours.
You can send donations to:
Caroline Dorough-Cochran Lupus Fund At Florida Hospital
c/o Florida Hospital Foundation
616 East Rollins Street, Suite 103
Orlando, FL 32803
Thank You--Howie D. Of The Backstreet Boys
