
Casey Beavers Casey was diagnosed with a grape-fruit sized mass over is heart and wind pipe, which were smothering him and causing difficulty in breathing. He was sent to St. Jude in Memphis, Tenn. where he was later diagnosed with lymphoblastic lymphoma, which was in its third stage (Non-Hodgkins). Casey went to his Heavenly Father on Friday, January 5, 2006. His inspiration will be a torch we can all carry in the search for a cure. We love you Casey. Visit Casey's Caring Bridge site (new window) |
Stanton was diagnosed with stage IV neuroblastoma in January 2003. During the time of January through September 2003, the Haynes family lived in Memphis while Stanton underwent six rounds of high dose chemotherapy, surgery to remove the tumor, autologous stem cell transplant and 12 rounds of radiation. They went home with Stanton classified as “no evidence of disease.” On April 15, 2004, the family was told the cancer was back and very aggressive. On feb. 13, 2005, one day short of his fourth birthday, Stanton left his pain and made his journey to heaven. Stanton, in his short life, did incredible things. He brought many together, from all over the world, through his family’s faith. Visit Stanton's Caring Bridge site (new window) |
We are so thankful that Emilie has been surrounded from the beginning by the prayers, love, and support of family, friends, First Baptist Church of Minden, and the community of Minden. God has been so faithful. If you would like to keep up with Emilie's journey, her website is listed below.
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Kristopher K. Xifos Kristopher was diagnosed November 1995 with Aplastic Anemia. He went to St. Jude and underwent extensive treatment on a inpatient basis. Kristopher traveled back and forth for the next year on a monthly basis for his check ups. In July 2006 Kristopher made his last trip to St. Jude and received a clean bill of health. By the Grace of God working through the great doctors and nurses at St. Jude, Kristopher won his battle with cancer. He has embarked upon his lifelong dream of serving his country in the military by joining the United States Marines Corps on June 25, 2007. Kristopher is currently stationed at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina and is scheduled to deploy to Iraq September 2008. |
Dear Friends of St Jude, On November 10, 2004 our daughter, Emma who was 16 months old at the time, was We arrived at St Jude November 30, 2004 and were welcomed by the great staff and She officially finished in June of 2006 and the tumor has been stable every since. We Sincerely, Matt and Michelle Zemaitaitis |
Marshall was diagnosed with ALL on Sept. 27th, 2000. He was transported by 2 off duty shreveport firefighters and paramedics in a donated ambulance to St. Judes Hospital were he This is a picture of Marshall taken summer of 2005 carrying the flag at a rodeo at Josey's Ranch in Marshall, Texas. Getting ready to do what he loves, team roping. Everyday, we thank God for not taking our son from us and for the doctors and nurses at St Judes hospital. |
After a routine visit to the doctor's office for Ethan's eight week checkup, they found a lump and sent us to the hospital. Afte - Editor's Note: Ethan's grandfather, Larry Powell-Dean of BPCC Telecommunications Department (who films our auction now), had just finished working the 2007 auction all weekend and the diagnosis was made two days later. He is there with the family. |
Danielle Dunning Danielle is 13 years old and was diagnosed on Oct. 23, 2006 with cervical embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma Stage IV. She is an 8th grader at Lakeside High School in Sibley, LA and on the Cross Country and Track team. She is a bright, bubbly young lady who loves to ride horses, 4 wheelers, go carts and deer hunt. |
| Logan O'Neal
Loganl was diagnosed in Nov 1998 with Rhabdomyosarcoma and passed away Nov 2000. He was an extraodinary soul whom everyone wanted to be around. St. Jude was his haven and comfort zone.
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Jacquelyn Strong If anyone would like to add names to our list or expand their patient profile, please email us their information, |