My mother was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer back in 1993 and was lovingly and skillfully treated by Dr. Rivkin through the end of the 1990s. She continued to live another 7.5 years of quality life and was forever grateful to Dr. Rivkin for his care and attention. To Mom, Dr. Rivkin was a […]
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My mother, Debbie was the most resilient and courageous person I’ve ever known. While she was battling ovarian cancer for the past five years, she travelled the world. She took on new adventures every moment she could. She was fearlessly herself. Debbie lost her battle this past July, and not a day goes by that […]
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Teresa Perry is the most beautiful woman I know! She is courageous, she is selfless, she is optimistic. She is an incredible wife, mother, daughter and friend. Teresa is an inspiration to so, so many and loved by all. She is a fighter and a survivor. We are all so proud to be a part […]
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I will never forget the day we stood in Dr. Rivkin’s office for the first time and he said to my Mom, “You are not going to die from this disease. You will die from old age, but not this disease.” We all believed his words because my Mom believed the words with her whole […]
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Dr. Veljovich helped guide our family through a very difficult and scary time in our lives. When we felt at a loss with a diagnosis, he helped us find the right care for our mom and we are very grateful. Him and his office staff went above and beyond. We have hope because of Dr. […]
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Khoosie found the good in everything and everyone. She illuminated any room she walked into and immediately was your friend. She taught me more about life and gratitude than I could have ever learned in a million books. She lived with dignity and grace through her years with Ovarian Cancer, keeping the rest of us […]
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At mom’s gravesite memorial, the pastor asked to say 1-word answers that describe who Rosemarie Westrick was. With no hesitation, I said “Selfless” because mom epitomized the meaning … concerned more with the needs and wishes of others than with one’s own. I remember my daughter Whitney and I being the last ones standing over […]
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My sister, Didi Garlow was a warrior and an activist. We walk in celebration of her and all of the “badass” women and the families that support them. #love
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Celebrating my dear friend and walking partner Teresa Perry. You choose to be positive and have been an inspiration to many. May you live a long life full of love and adventure. Cheers!
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Lisa brought lightness and laughter to everyone around her, and she showed them it was ok to laugh and love in the face of such difficulty. During her short 3 years journey with ovarian cancer, her energy, brilliant smile and unending commitment to a cure inspired many others to join the cause to fund early […]
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