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Support Tami's Breast Cancer Fight

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Family and friends,

Our dear Tami needs our love and support as she endures a battle with breast cancer. Please helps us rally warm thoughts and prayers around her during this time. Her battle is our battle. #TeamTami

In September 2023, Tami discovered a lump in her left armpit. A diagnostic mammogram in November lead to a biopsy of her lymph node and a discovery of a spot on her left breast. She was diagnosed with Invasive Ductal Carcinoma, stage 3 breast cancer. Oncology determined she has Triple Negative Breast Cancer, TNBC, a tougher to treat and potentially more aggressive type of cancer. Things have been moving very quickly toward a path of healing, and Tami has begun her weekly chemotherapy treatments with surgery and radiation planned in the coming months.

While we know she is getting the best possible care, she has a long journey ahead. With many treatments and a big procedure ahead, expenses are mounting. Medical expenses, missed work, travel to treatments and other expenses during this time will be a heavy burden.

Your kindness and generosity will significantly help lighten load. All funds raised will be given directly to Tami. We’ll use this page to share updates and other fundraising efforts to support Tami's healing journey. Please help us to share this support campaign and keep her in your hearts during this time.

Our Deepest Gratitude,
The Purcell Family

Tami has decided to share her personal story, journalling on CaringBridge throughout her healing journey if you want to hear more... View Here
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Donations 

  • Marcia Schrader
    • $100
    • 11 mos
  • Alison Goldstein
    • $60
    • 11 mos
  • Pam Brown
    • $500
    • 1 yr
  • Lisa Mestinsek
    • $100
    • 1 yr
  • Leigh Hughes
    • $100
    • 1 yr
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Organizer and beneficiary

Paula Purcell
Organizer
Lincoln, IL
Tami Purcell
Beneficiary

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