05/20/2026
In honor of Brain Cancer Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the people who walked in last year’s Celebration of Hope — including gray flag bearer, Laura.
In March 2022, Laura was diagnosed with neuroblastoma and underwent brain and sinus surgery followed by radiation treatment. Just four months later, she was declared “no evidence of disease.”
Laura is forever grateful to Dr. Fenstermaker, Dr. McSpadden, and every member of the team who helped save her life throughout her journey. Last year, she proudly walked beside her husband, Joe, as a symbol of strength, resilience and hopeđź’™