Care and Prayer
The intent of this page is to encourage and support our friends through challenging times. If you are currently undergoing a health challenge or consider yourself a survivor, let us know.
CURRENT
- Brent Koster
Brent was diagnosed with bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma) in July 2021 and has already undergone surgery, several rounds of chemotherapy, and an immunotherapy trial. Despite this, Brent is currently undergoing further chemotherapy treatment.
Connect with Brent: Caring Bridge | Classmate Profile | Facebook | User Forums
PAST
- Jon Zeitler
Jon was diagnosed with multiple myeloma (cancer of the bone marrow) in February 2023. Jon underwent a stem-cell transplant on August 2023 at Mayo Clinic in Rochester. Recent testing showed no cancer cells. Jon reports the myeloma is likely to return in 7-9 years.
Connect with Jon: Classmate Profile | Facebook | User Forums - Paul (Brad) Harrington
Paul stopped breathing and was rushed to St. Mary's ICU in Rochester in March 2023. Paul remained in the hospital for 46 days and had to relearn how to walk, talk, and swallow. His partner, '84 alum Kathy Kelly, states he's now almost fully recovered.
Connect with Paul: Classmate Profile | User Forums - Larry Greenwood
Larry lost his job and was homeless in 2022. He asked his former track co-captain, '84 alum Brett Adams, for help. Brett created a GoFundMe so others could help as well. The generosity of many enabled Larry to get back on his feet.
Connect with Larry: Classmate Profile | Facebook | User Forums - Julie (Sikkink) Claymon
Julie was diagnosed with breast cancer in December 2016 and is currently cancer-free.
Connect with Julie: Classmate Profile | Facebook | User Forums - Kirsten Lemke
Kirsten was diagnosed with breast cancer in December 2013 and is currently cancer-free.
Connect with Kirsten: Caring Bridge | Classmate Profile | Facebook | User Forums - Sydney McNeal
Sydney was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in June 2011 and is currently cancer-free.
Connect with Sydney: Classmate Profile | Facebook | User Forums - Gary Lovelace
Gary was diagnosed with rectal cancer in April 2009 and is currently cancer-free.
Connect with Gary: Classmate Profile | Facebook | User Forums