News and Stories About Life After Loss
“A Month of David” Honors Her Husband’s Memory
Kim Hagar and husband David had just purchased a camper and were making plans to retire. A pancreatic cancer diagnosis […]
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Element47’s Legacy for Friend and Bandmate Keeps the Music Playing
Editor’s Note: In celebration of International Friendship Day, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network highlights an enduring connection. Matt Bencke lost […]
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Donors Give Even More During Pandemic
“Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the […]
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Erin Willett Celebrates Her First Mother’s Day
One year ago, Erin Willett was performing “Hope’s Alive” at Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s (PanCAN) PurpleStride New York City in […]
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Car Enthusiasts Drive Fundraising in Honor of Mom
Editor’s note: We continue our series of stories celebrating – and remembering – beloved mothers in honor of Mother’s Day. […]
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Oncology Nurse’s Personal Experience with Pancreatic Cancer
Today kicks off National Nurses Week, and we’re proud to bring you the story of a nurse who has more […]
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Volunteers and Donors Show Extra Support During Pandemic
Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear PurpleStride T-shirts, some don business attire, others choose yoga pants. It doesn’t matter […]
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Father’s Belief in Daughter Inspires Her to Volunteer
Editor’s note: April 19-25 is Volunteer Appreciation Week, and we’re celebrating, recognizing and thanking Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) volunteers […]
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How Volunteering Transformed Grief into Purpose
Editor’s note: April 19-25 is Volunteer Appreciation Week, and we’re celebrating, recognizing and thanking Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) volunteers […]
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Siblings Share Meaning Behind Being Involved in Cause
Editor’s Note: Today is National Sisters Day. We are sharing this previously published story to celebrate all sisters and the […]
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Couple Hosts Wedding Guests at PurpleStride Before Ceremony
Editor’s note: All week long, leading up to Valentine’s Day, we’re sharing stories of love, inspiration and special connections made […]
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U.S. Senator Holds Pancreatic Cancer Congressional Field Hearing
In response to the disease’s impact on his constituents in Alabama, Sen. Doug Jones (D-AL) presided over a hearing entitled, […]
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What Brian Learned When Caring for His Wife
Editor’s note: During Caregiver Appreciation Month, we honor the challenging but important role of pancreatic cancer caregivers by sharing the […]
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His Story Is the Story of Many
It’s a picture-perfect day at the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s (PanCAN) PurpleStride Boston 2019, and Craig Irving is greeting pancreatic […]
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Moments Matter: Anna Shen
Editor’s note: We sat down with Anna Shen for this interview on the day that her mother, Lucy, would have […]
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Moments Matter: Brian Cashman
It was a challenging season for major league baseball’s New York Yankees. Despite a star roster, numerous injuries led to […]
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Moments Matter: Raymond Penn
“This is going to be rough,” Raymond Penn said after a deep sigh, “but I tell my story to everybody.” […]
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Moments Matter: Russtival
Russ Perry was at the center of a tightly-knit music community in Hunterdon County, N.J. In 2008, while planning his […]
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Columbia Sportswear Executive Joins PanCAN Board
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) welcomes Columbia Sportswear executive Lisa Kulok to its esteemed board of directors. PanCAN’s board […]
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Moments Matter: Stephanie Pieklik
Many young girls dream about their wedding day. They often picture every detail from the gorgeous white gown that will […]
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Moments Matter: Stephanie Castillo and Arikka Pirker
Editor’s note: In honor of National Sisters Day on Sunday, August 4, we’re sharing the story of Stephanie Castillo and […]
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Moments Matter: Maggie Walsh
Editor’s note: Maggie Walsh works for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network in its Washington, D.C., office. She recently shared a […]
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Moments Matter: Phoebe Collins
Editor’s note: It’s that time of year when kids are returning to school and their extracurricular activities – which may […]
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Moments Matter: Kaz Iwamoto
Kaz Iwamoto is proud to be a volunteer. His passion for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) is fueled by […]
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Moments Matter: Emily LaSalle
Editor’s note: World Gratitude Day is today, Sept. 21, and we thank all of our incredible supporters for all they […]
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Moments Matter: Leslie Kissel
Leslie Kissel was a larger-than-life woman, never known to back down from an adventure. Her days were filled with yoga […]
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Moments Matter: Andy Hospodor, PhD
After his partner’s surgery to remove an ovarian cyst, Andy Hospodor, PhD, of Santa Cruz, Calif., expected her pain to […]
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Advocate Shares Story and Insights Attending Advocacy Day
Steve Cook of Huntsville, Ala., knows what it means to be an advocate from his career in aerospace when he […]
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Moments Matter: Greg Christian
It’s one thing to cheer on your favorite hockey team in an arena packed with fellow fans, but another when […]
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How a Father’s Life Left a Lasting Impact
Dustin Lee James was a friend, husband, father and faithful . Friends and family say that his smile could light […]
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Unwavering Love and a Vow to Keep Fighting
Editor’s note: We recently received a letter from supporter John Vedock, in which he shared poignant memories surrounding his late […]
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It Starts with Someone: Barbara Kenner, PhD
Editor’s note: Our “It Starts with Someone” series chronicles all kinds of Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) supporters – volunteers, […]
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Team Tracy Walks PurpleStride for a Sister’s Legacy
Kristin Escobar describes her older sister Tracy as “the healthiest person I knew.” Tracy was an active 37-year-old and mom […]
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