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In loving memory of Irene and support of David

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It breaks my heart to have to do this
On March 26th, Irene lost her 9 month battle to colon cancer. She fought with many reactions and complications to treatment. She experienced not only her scheduled 3 time a week trips for treatments and bloodwork but also multiple hospitalizations and ambulance rides. The expense became overwhelming racking up bills and debit to fight her battle. Unfortunately she did not have life insurance. All memorial and cremation costs are out of pocket and with what seems like an overwhelming amount of debit already accrued we are asking for your support. Thank you.

In July 2024, my mom, Irene, was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. She underwent emergency surgery to remove a softball-sized mass in her intestines. Since the surgery, my dad, David, has devoted every moment to care for her. They traveled almost a hundred miles round trip three times a week to doctor appointments, only to find out the cancer has spread to her lungs, liver, kidneys, and back. Irene decided to undergo chemotherapy with the hopes of getting better. Irene's body did not react well to any of the chemo treatments, and she had severe side effects. Irene is now terminal and requires around-the-clock care. My mom and dad, always so strong and devoted to their family, have accrued a huge debt because of this, and unfortunately, I am in no position to be able to afford to help. 

UPDATE: It is with a heavy heart that my mom Irene has passed away. My dad is in serious need of support so I am asking everyone please even if you can’t donate please share this with everyone. 

I am asking everyone, if you can donate to help my parents, we will be forever grateful. Funds will be used to pay medical expenses and past due bills that accrued during this time

Co-organizers (3)

Jacob Kern
Organizer
Fort Garland, CO
Candise Urioste
Co-organizer
Jennifer Garza
Co-organizer
Jessica Kern
Co-organizer

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