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Local Families

2011 Robby Atherton Fund Recipient: Alex

In April, 12 year old Alex was diagnosed with Stage 4 Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma of the bone.  This extremely painful disease attacks 90% of the bones and is very rare in children.  We were humbled to make a donation to his fund and we pray that God wraps Alex and his family in His loving arms and gives them the strength, courage and hope to be victorious in their battle against cancer.

2011 Robby Atherton Fund Recipient: Angelina

Angelina is 4 years old and was diagnosed with Leukemia late last year.  After an extensive and rigorous treatment program, Angelina and her family will have their dream trip to Disney World this Christmas.  RAF is proud to make this wish come true and we hope it will be a wonderful time for the whole family to make some magic and lasting memories.

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2011 Robby Atherton Fund Recipient: The Williamson Family

Keith, an Eisenhower alumni and proud father of seven children who also attended IKE, heart breakingly fell on some very hard times.  He lost his job after working 28 years as a Tier I auto supplier.  On top of that, Keith has had a lengthy battle with Type II diabetes and was just diagnosed with kidney failure.   And he also suffered a heart attack that ultimately turned into a severe 6 by-pass open heart surgery. It is our hope that the donation made to our fellow Eisenhower alum will give him a little lift and a little peace.

2010 Robby Atherton Fund Recipient: Max

Max saw his “Make – a – Wish” get answered.  Max and his parents went to Disney World this fall and experienced Buzz Lightyear’s “Infinity & Beyond” and many other memorable moments.  We pray that he remains cancer free and will enjoy many, many more wonderful vacations for “infinity & beyond”.

2010 Robby Atherton Fund Recipient: Joey

Joey’s ”Make – a – Wish” of a maize and blue bedroom makeover became a reality.  His special room will be very comforting to recuperate in after his 6 week grueling radiation treatments in Indiana.  We pray that he is victorious in his battle with brain cancer.

2010 Robby Atherton Fund Recipient: The Spezia Family

Brian Spezia suddenly passed away leaving his wife Kelly and their five wonderful children.  Hopefully this can help them get back on their feet and give them a little peace. We pray that God keeps Kelly and the kids close to his heart.

2009 Robby Atherton Fund Recipient: Eric Carpenter Memorial Fund

Shelby Township firefighter and paramedic Eric Carpenter, 34, died suddenly May 19, leaving his wife and three sons ages 3 weeks to 3 years old. He gave of himself to serve our community. It is an honor to give back to his much loved family.

2009 Robby Atherton Fund Recipient: Skylar Sokolowski Foundation

Skylar was diagnosed with a brain tumor at age 12. After her surgery, she developed many life threatening complications that continue to this day. She is 16 years old now and though her life is very fragile, she never complains, she never gives up. Skylar is truly an inspiration.

2008 Robby Atherton Fund Recipient: Cassie Hines Foundation, Private Alex Knapp Foundation