Help Will Garcia Beat Cancer!!!!!!
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Our beloved nurse, firefighter, father, and friend, William Garcia (34), has been diagnosed with Stage 4 Metastatic Melanoma.
In August 2020, a sunspot on William’s back developed into Melanoma, which traveled to his lymph nodes underneath his left arm in November. Doctors removed the lymph nodes in late December 2020, and soon after, a PET Scan showed no signs of cancer anywhere in his body. We all thought he was clear of cancer. Unfortunately, this was not the case.
In mid-February 2021, William experienced a loss of appetite and fatigue and feared that the tumor had returned. After going through a biopsy and a CT scan, William was diagnosed with Stage 4 Metastatic Melanoma. Unfortunately, he is now showing evidence of cancer on his spleen, liver, and lungs, and the tumor now runs from under his left arm to his clavicle. With these recent developments happening over only a matter a weeks, it is evident that this aggressive cancer is rapidly traveling through Will’s body. We are hoping that by sharing William’s story, we can help him find the most advanced care to save his life and allow him to spend more time with his family.
As so many cancer patients and families are aware, the treatment that William is going through has caused immense physical, emotional, and financial strains on William and his family. Our hope is that this community outreach will help raise awareness, necessary funds, and provide hope to William and his family as they battle for William’s life. If this news reaches anyone in the life sciences community who can offer advice on clinical trials or experimental treatments, please contact the family at: [phone redacted]
About William
Born in Teaneck, NJ, William grew up in Moonachie NJ, until the age of 11, when his family moved to The Pompton Plains section of Pequannock Township.
An accomplished athlete, William broke decades-long records in middle school and high school both track and field and football and was honored as an all-star in baseball. William began playing Rugby in college, which ultimately propelled him onto the national stage as the outside center for the USA Tomahawks.
William earned his bachelors in nursing and has held many roles including OR ICU, CTICU, Critical Care Transport, and PACU. Some of his recent roles include fighting the pandemic on the frontlines. William is also a volunteer firefighter who graduated from Morris County Fire Academy and continued on to earn his certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and volunteered for the local first aid squad. Those who know William describe him as an indestructible ox, a real-life superman, saving many lives, including that of a four-year old. William is currently working on achieving his life-long dream to become a professional firefighter.
William has been a loving husband to Jess for over 2 years. Together they are raising two sons, Cayden (12) old and Cole (6,) and one daughter, Chelsea (14).
In August 2020, a sunspot on William’s back developed into Melanoma, which traveled to his lymph nodes underneath his left arm in November. Doctors removed the lymph nodes in late December 2020, and soon after, a PET Scan showed no signs of cancer anywhere in his body. We all thought he was clear of cancer. Unfortunately, this was not the case.
In mid-February 2021, William experienced a loss of appetite and fatigue and feared that the tumor had returned. After going through a biopsy and a CT scan, William was diagnosed with Stage 4 Metastatic Melanoma. Unfortunately, he is now showing evidence of cancer on his spleen, liver, and lungs, and the tumor now runs from under his left arm to his clavicle. With these recent developments happening over only a matter a weeks, it is evident that this aggressive cancer is rapidly traveling through Will’s body. We are hoping that by sharing William’s story, we can help him find the most advanced care to save his life and allow him to spend more time with his family.
As so many cancer patients and families are aware, the treatment that William is going through has caused immense physical, emotional, and financial strains on William and his family. Our hope is that this community outreach will help raise awareness, necessary funds, and provide hope to William and his family as they battle for William’s life. If this news reaches anyone in the life sciences community who can offer advice on clinical trials or experimental treatments, please contact the family at: [phone redacted]
About William
Born in Teaneck, NJ, William grew up in Moonachie NJ, until the age of 11, when his family moved to The Pompton Plains section of Pequannock Township.
An accomplished athlete, William broke decades-long records in middle school and high school both track and field and football and was honored as an all-star in baseball. William began playing Rugby in college, which ultimately propelled him onto the national stage as the outside center for the USA Tomahawks.
William earned his bachelors in nursing and has held many roles including OR ICU, CTICU, Critical Care Transport, and PACU. Some of his recent roles include fighting the pandemic on the frontlines. William is also a volunteer firefighter who graduated from Morris County Fire Academy and continued on to earn his certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and volunteered for the local first aid squad. Those who know William describe him as an indestructible ox, a real-life superman, saving many lives, including that of a four-year old. William is currently working on achieving his life-long dream to become a professional firefighter.
William has been a loving husband to Jess for over 2 years. Together they are raising two sons, Cayden (12) old and Cole (6,) and one daughter, Chelsea (14).
Organizer and beneficiary
Jessica Garcia
Organizer
Verona, NJ
Jessica Garrcia.jessica@gmail.com
Beneficiary