Early in the morning, Eric hurried to the hospital after breakfast, still deeply concerned about Sam's life.

Sylvia accompanied him—the couple was inseparable wherever they went.

An argument unfolded at the ICU entrance upon their arrival at the hospital. As they approached, the Hampton family members conveyed a sense of hopelessness.

Sylvia recalled Eric's optimistic words the night before and wondered why the family chose to discontinue treatment when there seemed to be a chance for Sam's r