Editor’s Note: Dena Cory and Angela Neeb lost their mother in 2012, after battling colon cancer for less than a year. Their stories are intertwined here. Hold my hand and…
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Faces of Blue is a storytelling series, focused on sharing the experiences of colorectal cancer survivors, patients, caregivers, and anyone impacted by colorectal cancer.
By publishing these accounts of courage, endurance, strength, and even humor, we hope to share a common experiences and provide encouragement for all affected by this disease.
New stories are published frequently throughout the year here on our website, and are posted to our social media pages, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
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I never imagined losing my Dad at the age of 58, especially to colon cancer. My Dad, Ruben M. De La Cruz Sr. passed away December 1, 2011, a few…
Editor’s Note: Christy Angelo lost a short five month battle with colon cancer on Christmas Eve 2012. Her mother Clarice and her friends Julie, Rachel, and Meaghan share their memories…
Sharon was 53 at the time of her death (June 6th 1958 – April 7th 2012). Sharon Marie Krown was more than just my sister; she was my best friend….
My mother, Benita Garner, was witty, loving, and courageous. My mother never knew a stranger. She would open her home to anyone in need. She would also help wherever she…
By Nancy Wilson I am writing on behalf of my daughter, Joan Kunicki. Joan has two children, Alayna 11 and Alex 8. Joan has a wonderful and supporting husband named…
As you can imagine it’s both easy and difficult for me to talk about my son Jason. It feels so imperative that people know Jason, the real person. He was…
Editor’s note: Both Jason and Candace share their thoughts about Jason’s journey with colon cancer. including a video she made about his journey and to encourage others to be vigilant…
We (Kim Gallagher and Lori Carlson) ran the Santa Barbara International marathon on November 10, 2012–it was grueling, but we finished! We ran in honor of our amazing dad, Jim…
Editor’s Note: We thank Dana Cannon shares this story of vigilance and persistence in the face of multiple pre-cancer and cancer diagnoses in her and her immediate family. Showing there…
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