14-year-old, Jesse, Jr. was recently diagnosed with an aggressive form of leukemia called T-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. The outlook is optimistic, but the battle is just beginning. The doctors’ initial prognosis indicates that Jesse, Jr. is in for a fight that could last 3 years with chemotherapy and many hospital visits, during what should be the prime years of his youth. Jesse, Jr. is an
avid fisherman who regularly mates for his fathers charter business Think Big Charters aboard the boat “Necessary Expense”. Jesse also enjoys playing soccer, basketball and lacrosse, racing his go kart at Stafford Motor Speedway in Stafford, Connecticut, going skiing and snowmobiling! According to his father, so far Jesse hasn't even shown an ounce of weakness or shed a tear. He has maintained a positive attitude going into this! Right now, Jesse's family faces uncertainty with the medical costs and other financial burdens associated with treating this disease. To help ease the burden, this page has been set up to help facilitate a fundraising effort to help aid Jesse Jr's family with the medical expenses they will face during his battle. We will regularly provide updates on Jesse's condition and promote fundraising activities for the Martello family!
