Help the McPhee's Heal
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UPDATE:
It came as a complete shock, especially to his loving wife and two adoring daughters, when Ed was suddenly and unexpectedly diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer. It was utter devastation when this formidable disease took him just weeks later on Friday, August 17, 2018.
At just 45 years old and in otherwise good health, Ed's unexpected diagnosis, rapid deterioration, and sudden death have been harrowing. Wife Natalia has been off work since his diagnosis as she had been caring for Ed around the clock. Now, with the added expenses surrounding this inexplicable loss, along with the weight of abruptly becoming a widowed mother of two, Natalia will need the help and support of many as she and her daughters learn to continue life without a husband and father.
Countless people who loved Ed have reached out to ask, “What can we do to help?” Your donations – no matter how big or small - is a way to help Ed’s grieving family as they navigate their way across the next few months. While Natalia would NEVER ask for financial assistance, I can promise it would be greatly appreciated.
This campaign has been given a new purpose; the intent of this fundraiser is now to “Help the McPhee’s Heal”. Thank you again for your unwavering support – it means the world to the McPhee family.
Celebration of Life for Ed McPhee
Saturday, August 25, 2018
6:00 PM – 11:30 PM
HMCS NCSM Nonsuch
11807 Kingsway Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta
Ed was an incredibly special man that left a lasting impression on anyone and everyone he met. He was deeply and dearly loved by an abundance of family and friends. He lived life to the fullest with a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye. In honor of the way he lived, his family has planned a celebration of life, to be held this Saturday, August 25th from 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/233443364037898 for additional details and to confirm attendance.
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Life can change in an instant.
These words rang loud and clear for the McPhee family just 3 weeks ago when Ed, suspecting he was experiencing symptoms of a simple food intolerance, was suddenly and unexpectedly diagnosed with Stage 4 Colon Cancer.
In an instant life was turned upside down for Ed, wife Natalia, and daughters McKenzie (11) and Kiersten (13). Suddenly, promises of carefree summer days and exciting family adventures were replaced with shock, stress, uncertainty and immense fear of what lay ahead in the days, weeks, months to come.
In an instant, Ed went from being in seemingly good health to learning that not only did he have colon cancer, but that the cancer had spread to his spine, liver, pancreas and spleen. Due to its complexity, the treatment plan will be long and exhausting.
Having already undergone an ileostomy, Ed is now in the process of starting chemotherapy and radiation. Once this part of treatment is complete, doctors will then go in to remove the grapefruit-sized tumor from his intestine. Because Ed will be unable to return to work and will be in need of his wife’s continuous support emotionally, mentally and physically during this time, the McPhee family will undoubtedly be impacted financially by this devastating disease.
As family and friends learn of this news, many are reaching out to offer help and support in any way that they can. Those that would like to make monetary contributions in support of the McPhee family as they say “F*CK CANCER!" can easily and safely do so through this fundraising platform. We thank you a million times over for your love, support and generosity -- it is truly and deeply appreciated.
It came as a complete shock, especially to his loving wife and two adoring daughters, when Ed was suddenly and unexpectedly diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer. It was utter devastation when this formidable disease took him just weeks later on Friday, August 17, 2018.
At just 45 years old and in otherwise good health, Ed's unexpected diagnosis, rapid deterioration, and sudden death have been harrowing. Wife Natalia has been off work since his diagnosis as she had been caring for Ed around the clock. Now, with the added expenses surrounding this inexplicable loss, along with the weight of abruptly becoming a widowed mother of two, Natalia will need the help and support of many as she and her daughters learn to continue life without a husband and father.
Countless people who loved Ed have reached out to ask, “What can we do to help?” Your donations – no matter how big or small - is a way to help Ed’s grieving family as they navigate their way across the next few months. While Natalia would NEVER ask for financial assistance, I can promise it would be greatly appreciated.
This campaign has been given a new purpose; the intent of this fundraiser is now to “Help the McPhee’s Heal”. Thank you again for your unwavering support – it means the world to the McPhee family.
Celebration of Life for Ed McPhee
Saturday, August 25, 2018
6:00 PM – 11:30 PM
HMCS NCSM Nonsuch
11807 Kingsway Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta
Ed was an incredibly special man that left a lasting impression on anyone and everyone he met. He was deeply and dearly loved by an abundance of family and friends. He lived life to the fullest with a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye. In honor of the way he lived, his family has planned a celebration of life, to be held this Saturday, August 25th from 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/233443364037898 for additional details and to confirm attendance.
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Life can change in an instant.
These words rang loud and clear for the McPhee family just 3 weeks ago when Ed, suspecting he was experiencing symptoms of a simple food intolerance, was suddenly and unexpectedly diagnosed with Stage 4 Colon Cancer.
In an instant life was turned upside down for Ed, wife Natalia, and daughters McKenzie (11) and Kiersten (13). Suddenly, promises of carefree summer days and exciting family adventures were replaced with shock, stress, uncertainty and immense fear of what lay ahead in the days, weeks, months to come.
In an instant, Ed went from being in seemingly good health to learning that not only did he have colon cancer, but that the cancer had spread to his spine, liver, pancreas and spleen. Due to its complexity, the treatment plan will be long and exhausting.
Having already undergone an ileostomy, Ed is now in the process of starting chemotherapy and radiation. Once this part of treatment is complete, doctors will then go in to remove the grapefruit-sized tumor from his intestine. Because Ed will be unable to return to work and will be in need of his wife’s continuous support emotionally, mentally and physically during this time, the McPhee family will undoubtedly be impacted financially by this devastating disease.
As family and friends learn of this news, many are reaching out to offer help and support in any way that they can. Those that would like to make monetary contributions in support of the McPhee family as they say “F*CK CANCER!" can easily and safely do so through this fundraising platform. We thank you a million times over for your love, support and generosity -- it is truly and deeply appreciated.
Organizer and beneficiary
Kamee Gilmore
Organizer
Sherwood Park, AB
Natalia McPhee
Beneficiary