Couple chooses surgical route for weight loss

Joe Smith was a heavy child.

As he grew into adulthood, he continued to be overweight, although he was always able to function. He had a full-time job, worked with the horses and did other chores on his Reelsville farm.

Then in 2003 his mother, his only living parent, died. Joe spiraled into a deep depression -- and turned to food for comfort.  Click here for full article.