A California couple tied the knot at an Oakland hospital last week after a twist of fate landed them in a medical center.
Francisco Geronimo Lucas and Marcelina Pablo Bautista were scheduled to be married at the courthouse on Thursday, but on the big day, Lucas was unexpectedly admitted to the Wilma Chan Highland Hospital campus.
The groom was recently diagnosed with stomach cancer. According to FOX 2 San Francisco. Alameda Health System said the medical news gave a “new sense of urgency” to the couple's 20-year relationship.
Thanks to the efforts of the hospital staff, the officiant was brought to the groom's hospital room and the wedding ceremony was held safely.
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Francisco Geronimo Lucas and Marcelina Pablo Bautista were supposed to get married in a courthouse, but they decided to have the ceremony in a hospital instead. (Alameda Health System, via FOX 2 San Francisco)
Family members were also present to witness the special moment. We also provided flowers, cake, and balloons.
Lucas reportedly said, “I'm so grateful to everyone here who helped us get married.'' “Thank you God for bringing us all together.”
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The celebrant was taken to the groom's hospital room with flowers, cake and balloons. (Alameda Health System, via FOX 2 San Francisco)
Anne James, who works as a palliative care social worker at the hospital, organized the event and said she was “very pleased” with the outcome.
The wedding was held in a special hospital room and was attended by family members. (Alameda Health System, via FOX 2 San Francisco)
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“In palliative care, we do a lot of sad things and have a lot of tough conversations,” the official explained. “That's why I'm so happy to be able to participate in the wedding.”
