Diagnosed with breast cancer at age 33,newly married,and facing a bilateral mastectomy, she never once said why me. Instead, she held her head high and let the world know she was a survivor.
Debbie's can-do attitude existed before cancer.However,her journey with cancer magnified her incredible gift of giving.She spun this negative situation into a positive crusade to help others emotionally, physically and financially.She devoted her time and energy into establishing a nonprofit foundation which is used as a platform to raise money and awareness for cancer research.In five years,she raised over $150,000 in grassroots fundraising.She has made a difference in this world by giving 100%
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On January 19, 2009 at 01:36 PM
Debbie,
Your attitude and character are an inspiration to us all. May God bless you with his continued healing and with all the happiness you deserve. Todd Hitz
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