As an infant this young man was deserted by his natural father. Although his mother worked very hard to support her family she could not provide even the most basic essentials. In the summer of 1987 the Dunn family of Brigham City. UT heard of Johns situation and decided to see what they could do to help. With their sponsorship he was able to come to Utah to study at Box Elder High School on a student visa. He arrived malnourished and in need of a great deal of medical and dental care. Through his diligent efforts he learned English and progressed very well in school.