Aurora resident Matt Thomas receives a welcome home Wednesday, July 29 after 74 days in three hospitals. Thomas, a Vietnam Veteran, has been fighting COVID-19 since May. While in the hospital, Thomas’ 34 year-old son died from COVID-19, so this has been a difficult time for his family. Thomas was in Rush Copley Hospital in Aurora, Kindred Hospital in Sycamore, and Marianjoy Hospital in Wheaton. Thomas, 75, shared his story of the suffering and having to learn to breathe again. He said we have to consider the consequences of the virus, especially young people. A video of the event can be viewed below.Jason Crane/The VoiceAurora resident Matt Thomas, wearing a yellow mask, receives a welcome home Wednesday, July 29 from friends, neighbors, first responders, and Operation Welcome You Home after 74 days in three hospitals. Jason Crane/The Voice
