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Bone Cancer

Sorority Rallies Around Little Egg Harbor Sister Amid Cancer Diagnosis: 'F— Stacy' Sorority Rallies Around Little Egg Harbor Sister Amid Cancer Diagnosis: 'F— Stacy'
Sorority Rallies Around Little Egg Harbor Sister Amid Cancer Diagnosis: 'F— Stacy' Kayla Davis knew almost immediately that she wanted to join AEPhi at Rowan University. The sisters were warm and welcoming, and their tight-knit bond stood out to her, she said. “I knew I wanted to be a part of that,” said Davis, 20, a Little Egg Harbor native and junior exercise science major. Now, as Davis faces an unimaginable challenge—a diagnosis of Ewing sarcoma, a rare bone cancer—her sorority sisters are returning the kindness she brought to their sisterhood, rallying around her with unwavering support. As of Friday, Nov. 15, just five days after diagnosis, more than $12,000 had be…
New Jersey Teen Dies Christmas Eve Months After Bone Cancer Diagnosis New Jersey Teen Dies Christmas Eve Months After Bone Cancer Diagnosis
New Jersey Teen Dies Christmas Eve Months After Bone Cancer Diagnosis Michael Januario, a 13-year-old boy from Newark, died months after being diagnosed with bone cancer, his family says. "Michael was an energetic, smart and amazing young man whose life was turned upside down this past summer," reads a GoFundMe launched for the family. He died at home on Christmas Eve, his obituary says. Michael was a student at McKinley Elementary School and enjoyed "riding his bike, and was always ready to play games," the obituary continues.  "A creative young man, he loved building and creating with Legos, and cherished time spent camping with his family." Mo…
'She Is A Fighter:' Morris County Mom Re-Diagnosed With Cancer After Leg Removal Sees Support 'She Is A Fighter:' Morris County Mom Re-Diagnosed With Cancer After Leg Removal Sees Support
'She Is A Fighter:' Morris County Mom Re-Diagnosed With Cancer After Leg Removal Sees Support Support is skyrocketing for a beloved Morris County mom who was re-diagnosed with cancer after having her leg removed. Angie Erazo and her husband, Ron, have been a part of the Morris Plains School District since their son, Gilbert, was in Kindergarten, according to a GoFundMe launched for the family. Ron even works as a district employee and is “always available to lend a hand, volunteer his time, or simply provide a hug to someone in need,” describes the campaign. But in Fall 2021, tragedy struck when Angie was diagnosed with bone cancer, resulting in a debilitating series of chemothera…
Baltimore's Leslie George Dies After Valiant Cancer Battle Baltimore's Leslie George Dies After Valiant Cancer Battle
Baltimore's Leslie George Dies After Valiant Cancer Battle Baltimore's Leslie George died after a valiant cancer battle on Monday, Jan. 2. She was 46 years old. Leslie was rushed to the emergency room due to pain in her lower back and legs sometime last year, loved ones said on a GoFundMe. Scans showed fractures in her spine from the cancer in her bones. The breast cancer and then bone cancer "took a huge toll on her body and finances," but never her faith in God, the page said. Condolences poured in on social media. RIP Leslie George . My heart is saddened to hear the news of her passing. I remember meeting Leslie through the Barnes... Po…
Scholarship Created To Honor 13-Year-old Leesburg Cancer Victim Scholarship Created To Honor 13-Year-old Leesburg Cancer Victim
Scholarship Created To Honor 13-Year-old Leesburg Cancer Victim Quinn William Gorman battled bone cancer for nearly four years before he died on May 9.  While a devastating blow to his family and friends, they are determined to do good deeds to help the boy leave a legacy. Quinn's parents, Peter and Nikki Gorman, created the Quinn Gorman Academic Scholarship to benefit students at Riverside High School, the school he would have attended. Diane Florczyk, a family friend, started a GoFundMe campaign to pay for it.  The campaign has raised more than $30,000 in three days from 225 donors. That's $5,000 shy …
Sparta Mourns HS Junior Melanie DiDomizio, 16 Sparta Mourns HS Junior Melanie DiDomizio, 16
Sparta Mourns HS Junior Melanie DiDomizio, 16 Sparta is mourning the loss of 16-year-old Melanie Paige DiDomizio, who died on Jan. 23 after a valiant battle with bone cancer. Born in Yonkers, N.Y., Mel moved to Sparta in 2012 where she was an accomplished dancer and gymnast. Her obituary remembers her as the "life of the party," all the while looking out for others. "She touched the lives of so many; our beloved, shining, happy girl, the light of our lives and the star of our hearts," her obit says.  "She never complained. She took whatever circumstance came her way and never let it stop her from getting what she wanted." Her dance…