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Lynn Fallows

July 9, 2020

I met Lynn Fallows on my first day of chemo. I was terrified. She warmly introduced herself and told me to get pen and paper and write down her chemo side effect tips. She gave me her phone number and email so readily telling me to call or text if I needed support in any […]

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Susan Milan and Dr. Drescher

July 9, 2020

My good friend Susan Milan was diagnosed with ovarian cancer shortly after I was. I referred her to Dr Drescher. We went through chemo together. Susan and Dr Drescher inspire me and give me hope to live my life fully with hope!

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Mary Pittari

July 9, 2020

I miss my funny, smart, energetic sister! Mary did not let the burden of OC stop her from finding joy in life and sharing it with others. That inspires me!

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Misha Chapman

July 9, 2020

My wife was diagnosed with ovarian cancer a year ago May; she underwent surgery to remove the large tumor just a couple weeks later. Somewhere along the line she heard about the SummeRun and insisted she needed to get involved. She completed the full 2019 5K SummeRun just 39 days post surgery. She’s an amazingly […]

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Sachia Powell

July 9, 2020

Sachia inspires me in so many ways. Professionally, she is hard-working, dedicated, and brilliant. As a community member, she volunteers for so many things it makes my head spin! She is the most generous person I have ever met when it comes to her time and expertise! Personally, she is a kind, empathetic, authentic, respectful, […]

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Diane Gamman

July 9, 2020

Diane was a beloved mother, sister, daughter and friend. Ovarian cancer took her away from us in 2016. We miss you dearly every day.

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Lavanda Turner

July 9, 2020

My sister Lavanda was so full of life. She loved hanging out with friends, singing, dancing and just have a great time. For two sisters we couldn’t have been more opposite, but she made sure to pull me out of my introvert ways. I did not realize how much she shaped my life until she […]

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Teresa Perry

July 9, 2020

My mother is amazing! She fought hard when she found out she had stage 3 ovarian cancer. Surgeries, long hospital stays, almost two years of chemotherapy and now she is able to live life again. In the past year she tried indoor sky diving, rock wall climbing, and zip lining! She encourages me to try […]

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Teresa Perry

July 8, 2020

My Mom, Teresa Perry, is the strongest person I know. She beat ovarian cancer and continues to live her life the fullest. The photo was taken March of 2012, her 5 year chemo anniversary and now it has been 13 years since she finished chemo. I feel blessed to have her as my mother and […]

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Teresa Perry

July 8, 2020

Teresa is my inspiration! She is the foundation for our family. I am only strong because she is strong. She takes care of everyone, including herself. She is my best friend, and my life-long companion. I would be lost without her. Thanks for everything you do for all of us. I love you!

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