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Posted: 2017-04-07T13:09:09Z | Updated: 2017-04-07T16:04:30Z Hero Cop Saves 3-Year-old Girl's Life On His Wedding Day | HuffPost Life

Hero Cop Saves 3-Year-old Girl's Life On His Wedding Day

"He's always at the right place at the right (or wrong) time," said one of the officer's colleagues.
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John O’Rourke will surely never forget his wedding day.

Not only did the Indiana University Police Department officer tie the knot on March 28, he also saved a little girl’s life. O’Rourke pulled off the heroic deed at the “Donuts to Go” bakery in Sanford, Florida, on the morning of his nuptials.

He was standing in line to grab some breakfast when he saw a crowd gathering around an unconscious 3-year-old who’d just had a seizure.

O’Rourke got a bystander to dial 911 so that he could speak to a dispatcher. He then performed mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and chest compressions on the unidentified child. She regained consciousness just as paramedics arrived.

It had to be a donut shop,” said O’Rourke, who usually patrols the campus of Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis, via a statement on Facebook . “You can’t make this up.”

With the youngster in the care of the medical professionals, shop staff gave O’Rourke a free box of donuts to express their gratitude for his actions.

He later joined his bride, Virginia, in saying their vows in front of friends from the Florida Highway Patrol who said he had a habit of being “at the right place at the right (or wrong) time.”

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50 Amazing Superhero-Themed Wedding Ideas
Bride's Attire(01 of50)
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This bride is so obsessed with Batman that in high school, she wore a Bat-Signal belt buckle nearly every day, and her fellow students took to calling her Batgirl so it was only natural for her to gear up for her wedding day as well. Related: Find the Wedding Dress of Your Dreams Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Bride's Attire(02 of50)
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A superhero-themed garter makes for a fun surprise at the reception. Related: 40+ Ideas for Your Garter Toss Song Photo Credit: Something Blue Wedding Photography
Bride's Attire(03 of50)
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Wear these adorable knee-high socks under your gown.Related: Fun Socks for the Groom Photo Credit: Superherostuff.com
Bride's Attire(04 of50)
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For the true comic book enthusiast, have a pair of shoes customized with pages from your favorite issue. Related: 20+ Designer Shoes (You Can Dance In!) Photo Credit: Moonlight Decorator/Etsy
Bridesmaids' Attire(05 of50)
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The bride and bridesmaids wore capes and masks for the celebration.Related: Bridesmaid Dresses for Every Color Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Bridesmaids' Attire(06 of50)
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Let your maid of honor stand out with a different-colored cape.Related: How to "Propose" to Your Bridesmaids Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
"Bridesdudes" Attire(07 of50)
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These bridesdudes worked in the Bat-Signal on their boutonnires, which perfectly accentuated their black and yellow attire. Related: Fun Ways to Include Your Groom's Style in the Wedding Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
"Bridesdudes" Attire(08 of50)
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Underneath their formalwear, they donned Batman t-shirts.Related: 25 Little Reasons to Appreciate Your Best Friends Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Attire for the Groom & Groomsmen(09 of50)
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This groom chose to include Batman in a more subtle way on the face of his watch. Related: 7 Ways to Surprise Your Groom at the Wedding Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
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Wear superhero cufflinks as a subtle nod to your favorite character. Related: The Best Tuxedo for Your Body Type Photo Credit: Photography by Brea on Bayside Bride via Lover.ly
Attire for the Groom & Groomsmen(11 of50)
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This groom's superhero of choice is Nightwing (the first Robin's eventual superhero identity). He and his groomsmen channeled the character's blue and black costume for their attire. Related: 75+ Ideas for a Blue Wedding Color Palette Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Attire for the Groom & Groomsmen(12 of50)
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Wear a T-shirt of your favorite superhero underneath your wedding-day attire; reveal your true identity whenever you see fit.Related: Video Game-Themed Weddings Photo Credit: Photography by Brea on Bayside Bride via Lover.ly
Flower Girls & Ring Bearers(13 of50)
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Including your pet in the wedding? Dress him up in a cute themed costume.Related: How to Include Your Pet in Your Wedding Photo Credit: Bridal Musings via Lover.ly
Flower Girls & Ring Bearers(14 of50)
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Your smallest bridal party members will love these personalized capes.Related: 5 Adorable Trends for Flower Girl Dresses Photo Credit: Etsy Shops via Lover.ly
Bouquets(15 of50)
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A bouquet made from comic book pages will last forever.Related: Non-Floral Bouquet Ideas Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Bouquets(16 of50)
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A natural fit for a patriotic Fourth of July wedding, this bride turned her bouquet into a floral version of Captain America's shield. Related: Song Ideas for Your Bouquet Toss Uploaded by user via Pinterest
Boutonnires(17 of50)
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Attach mini action figures to your boutonnires.Related: Lego-Themed Wedding Ideas Photo Credit: Sweet Little Photographs
Ceremony Ideas(18 of50)
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Inspired by Northstar, the first openly-gay superhero in the Marvel universe, this couple tied the knot in a comic book store when Astonishing X-Men #51 was released, which tells the story of Northstar's wedding to his partner.Related: 10 Craziest Places Couples Tied the Knot Photo Credit: Ron Gejon Photography
Reception Entrance(19 of50)
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This Batman-loving couple made a grand entrance by breaking through Gotham City.Related: Find the Right Reception Entrance Song Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Reception Entrance(20 of50)
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The superhero bridesmaids and groomsmen soared into the reception.Related: 15 Ways to Make Your Reception More Fun Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Reception Entrance(21 of50)
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The bride and groom followed suit!Related: 50+ Creative Ways to Personalize Your Wedding Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Wedding Stationery(22 of50)
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Batman vs. Superman: The Wedding! This save-the-date certainly sets the tone for the big day.Related: 10 Creative Photo Save-the-Date Ideas Photo Credit: Rachel W. Miller on Lover.ly via Lover.ly
Wedding Stationery(23 of50)
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For your guest book, have friends and family members channel their inner Lois Lane or Clark Kent by penning letters. Related: 10 Unique Guest Book Ideas Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Place Cards & Escort Cards(24 of50)
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Superhero Pez dispensers make for fun escort cards.Related: 10 Fun Escort Card Ideas Photo Credit: Heather Kincaid
Place Cards & Escort Cards(25 of50)
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Get your guests in on the fun by giving each a superhero identity for the day.Related: 10 of the Most Creative Escort Card Ideas Photo Credit: Jagger Photo on Bridal Musings via Lover.ly
Place Cards & Escort Cards(26 of50)
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Have each guest solve a puzzle in order to find his or her seat (just be sure to put the answer on the back in case anyone gets stuck!).Related: 10 Stationery Pieces You Can't Forget Photo Credit: Jagger Photo on Bridal Musings via Lover.ly
Reception Dcor(27 of50)
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This bride and groom had comic versions of themselves designed for their wedding-day stationery.Related: 5 Creative Ideas for Your Table Numbers Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Reception Dcor(28 of50)
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Name your tables after common comic book action phrases.Related: 75+ Gorgeous Tall Centerpieces Photo Credit: Heather Kincaid
Reception Dcor(29 of50)
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Display action bubbles throughout the room.Related: 35 Romantic Ideas for Your Wedding Reception Photo Credit: Heather Kincaid
Reception Dcor(30 of50)
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Include cartoon versions of yourselves in your dcor.Related: A Gorgeous DIY Wedding Filled with Rainbows and Glitter Photo Credit: Heather Kincaid
Reception Dcor(31 of50)
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Super bride and super groom displayed messages to each other on their chairs.Related: 25+ Ways to Decorate Your Chairs Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Reception Dcor(32 of50)
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At the reception, guests took turns standing in as their own versions of Batgirl and Nightwing.Related: 15 Fun Wedding Reception Ideas Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Food & Drinks(33 of50)
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Perfect for a morning wedding or a day-after brunch, give your guests the breakfast of champions by creating a superhero-themed cereal buffet.Related: Wedding Food That Won't Bore Your Guests Photo Credit: Jagger Photo on Landlocked Bride via Lover.ly
Food & Drinks(34 of50)
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Create signature drinks named after your favorite superheroes.Related: 10 Creative Signature Cocktail Ideas Photo Credit: Jagger Photo on Bridal Musings via Lover.ly
Food & Drinks(35 of50)
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For dessert, this couple had an ice cream truck stashed with superhero-themed treats pull up. The bride's choice? A Bubbles popsicle from The Powerpuff Girls series. Related: 8 Wedding Desserts Almost Too Cute to Eat Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Food & Drinks(36 of50)
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Place baskets full of Batman-wrapped chocolates throughout your venue for a sweet treat.Related: Delicious Chocolate Treats for Your Wedding Photo Credit: Ashley Gerrity Photography on DIY Bride via Lover.ly
Cakes & Desserts(37 of50)
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The wedding cake was designed to reflect Gotham City topped with a pair of action figures and the Bat-Signal, of course.Related: 101 Amazing Wedding Cakes Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Cakes & Desserts(38 of50)
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The cake set and toasting glasses were personalized with Batman comic book covers.Related: Sweet Song Ideas for Your Cake Cutting Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Cakes & Desserts(39 of50)
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A Captain America shield stands out even more on a naked chocolate cake. Add action figures around the delicious dessert for good measure.Related: The Wow Factor: Cakes with Bold Floral Details Photo Credit: Soli Photography on Southern Weddings via Lover.ly
Cakes & Desserts(40 of50)
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Their wedding cake displayed scenes from Astonishing X-Men #51, which features Northstar's wedding to his partner.Related: 35 Ways to Save on Cake (and Other Desserts) Photo Credit: Ron Gejon Photography
Cakes & Desserts(41 of50)
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Add a fun touch to a traditional wedding cake with a superhero peeking out from under it!Related: 40+ Amazing Groom's Cakes Photo Credit: Jennifer Skog
Cakes & Desserts(42 of50)
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Place action bursts on cupcakes for a sweet surprise.Related: Stylish Ways to Display Your Food & Drinks Photo Credit: Heather Kincaid
Cakes & Desserts(43 of50)
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Top your cake with a descriptive bubble.Related: Top 10 Wedding Cake Toppers Photo Credit: Heather Kincaid
Must-Have Photos(44 of50)
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Channel your superhero alter ego for a unique photo, like this Spider-Man-inspired idea.Related: 75 Must-Have Photos with Your Groom Photo Credit: JR Pena Photography
Must-Have Photos(45 of50)
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The bridal party struck a classic superhero pose.Related: 30 Fun Bridal Party Photos Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
Must-Have Photos(46 of50)
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The groom and groomsmen revealed their secret identities.Related: 150+ of the Most Incredible Wedding Photos Photo Credit: Hoffer Photography
Must-Have Photos(47 of50)
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This group took flight after the ceremony.Related: 150+ Ways to Make Your Wedding Unforgettable Photo Credit: Farrah's Photography
Must-Have Photos(48 of50)
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A jumping picture is a must!Related: 100 Sentimental Wedding Ideas You'll Love Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
Must-Have Photos(49 of50)
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A wedding party filled with superheroes.Related: How to Make Everyone Behave Photo Credit: Cat Norman Photography
After the Wedding(50 of50)
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The perfect after party: Going to see the latest superhero movie in theaters!Related: Top 10 Wedding Guest Complaints Photo Credit: Dianne Personett Photography

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