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Stories of Inspiration

Stories of the fighters, believers, and survivors who've inspired us with their determination and hopeful spirit.

  • Kathleen Bailey

    Kathleen Bailey: Raising Your Voice

    For years Kathleen Bailey has looked after ailing family members, but a routine mammogram warranted results that forced her to take action and care for herself.

    “I want others to know that light and life lay ahead, that it’s not the end of anything. It’s just the beginning of their journey.”

    Kathleen Bailey
    Breast Cancer
  • Sierra Galvez

    Sierra Galvez: An Unwavering Spirit

    What was first thought to be an infection turned out to be a rare form of breast cancer for 18-year-old aspiring broadcast journalist Sierra Galvez.

    “Truly…every day is a gift.”

     

    Sierra Galvez
    Breast Cancer
  • Shirley Peters

    Shirley Peters: Serving Up Positivity at Work

    Shirley Peters beat her first breast cancer diagnosis in 1999, but at the height of her career, her work life took a turn when her cancer returned. She was working as a district manager and recruiter for 7-Eleven.

    “Cancer isn’t the end of the world and attitude has a lot to do with survival. If I die today, I can say I have had a very full and happy life.”

    Shirley Peters
    Breast Cancer
  • Bruce Chamberlin

    Texas Center for Proton Therapy Treats 1000th Patient

    Being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in the midst of his retirement, Bruce discovered the power of proton therapy, becoming Texas Center for Proton Therapy’s 1,000th patient.

    "Dr. Mangona was hands down the best aspect of this entire experience. He walked me through all my scans in great detail, explained how everything worked and gave me a high level of confidence walking into my first appointment. I still had plenty of fears – who wouldn’t? – but he made the whole process that much better."

    Bruce Chamberlin
    Head & Neck Cancer
  • Chuck Wakefield

    Chuck Wakefield: A “Mountaintop Moment” in Cancer Survival

    Chuck Wakefield knows a lot about fighting cancer and climbing mountains. Recently, the 12-year multiple myeloma survivor climbed Mount Kilimanjaro with his Texas Oncology physician, Dr. Brian Berryman.

    "Fighting cancer is a lot like climbing a mountain. It's difficult to get there, but life-changing when you do. And afterward, you keep living as a new person."

    Chuck Wakefield
    Multiple Myeloma
  • Dennis Jeter

    Dennis Jeter: His "Personal Best" in Cancer Survival

    Lifelong athlete Dennis Jeter brought his competitive spirit to fighting cancer. Now, he’s striving for his “personal best” life after treatment.

    "I had so many people at my church praying for me and encouraging me. They kept my spirits high, and I was determined to get through treatment and get back to doing what I love – working with my children, playing softball with my team, and doing what I can to give back."

    Dennis Jeter
    Melanoma
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