Author: integritivity

Joe was diagnosed with Glioblastoma in April 2025, yet refuses to be defined by this disease. Joe is married to the love of his life and has a 16 year old daughter, Olivia and 13 year old son, Jackson. As expected, this diagnosis has been devastating. He is everyone’s favorite uncle, neighbor, beloved teacher and friend. He continually goes out of his way for everyone around him. His kindness and spirit have touched all that are lucky enough to know him.

Although he lives in St. Louis, he has been a life long Yankees SUPERFAN. He takes a lot of heat for being a Yankees fan, but his devotion never waivers. He celebrates every win and loss, often with tears. His family made a wish to get him to a game at Yankee stadium, possibly on the field, throwing out the first pitch, meeting a player, anything at all. Anything associated with the Yankees organization would be a dream come true for Joe. Although Joe is terminal, he is determined to beat the odds. Recently Joe has had some setbacks, but instead of slowing down, he shows up, participating in as much as he can. He lives each day with purpose and has taught us to live fully, no matter the circumstances.

Stella’s Wish Foundation has granted their wish and will send th Ziegler family of 4 to a Yankees home game and they will go on the field before the game.

Stella’s Wish Foundation sent a $600 VISA card to pay for a family wedding trip.

 

 

Stella’s Wish Foundation has granted a wish for Heather to have a special dinner with her family.  We will have food delivered from Sakura Sushi and she will eat with her family at home.

Elainea is a single mom age 65, lives alone, with a young adult daughter. Like any patient, she never imaginged enduring the mental, financial and physical challenges of being diagnosed with Metastatic Breast Cancer. She has spent the majority of her life as a caregiver and volunteer for Make a Wish, MS Walk for 14 yrs and now Breast Cancer Coalition Rochester.

Elaine and her daughter have special memories of having their photo taken in front of Plaza Hotel in NYC.  Home Alone movie was filmed there and they would watch it every year and she always told her daughter “one day we’ll have to stay there”.

Stella’s Wish Foundation has arranged for her and her daughter to stay one night at the Plaza Hotel in New York City.

Thomas has recently been diagnosed with CUP (cancer of unknown primary) and it is metastatic. He is only 43 years old and this was devastating news for he and his wife. He has had 2 rounds of chemo and multiple tests done this far and they still don’t know what the primary is. The couple never got to have a honeymoon when they were married and have never had a trip without kids. Thomas’ wife made a wish to surprise him with a romantic getaway to celebrate their love for each othe and to cheer them up after everything they have been through in just a short couple of months.

Stella’s Wish Foundation has granted the wish and is sending them to a bed and breakfast in their home state of North Carolina.

Rafael has been bravely battling cancer for the past six years. He recently underwent surgery that resulted in a colostomy, and since then, his health has been steadily declining. He is becoming weaker each day, and unfortunately, his family knows his time with them is limited. The surgery he received may only give him a few more months before his condition worsens.

Before that time comes, the family is hoping to fulfill one of his final wishes. He does not ask for money, travel, or anything extravagant. His only wish is to have an adjustable king-size bed so he can sleep more comfortably and rest beside his wife. His body is in constant pain, and proper rest would mean so much to him and to his family during this difficult time.

Rafael’s wish has been granted and Stella’s Wish Foundation is sending him a queen adjustable bed from Ashley Furniture.

Adam Sisco is 27 years old with Stage 4 Melanoma. He was told in December 2025 that he sadly has less than a year to live. Friends  are putting together a special wedding for him and his fiance in March and are hoping to surprise them with a honeymoon.

This wish was granted with gift cards to be used toward the wedding and honeymoon.

 

Dan was recently diagnosed with Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma-H3K27-M. He is a 39 year old dedicated husband and loving father to a 16-month old little boy. Our son, Dylan, named in loving honor of Dan’s younger brother who passed away in 2021, is a bright, happy, gentle little soul. He brings light into every room, proudly greeting everyone with his favorite words: “Hi!” and “Bye!”

His diagnosis is an aggressive brain cancer that rarely develops in adults. After experiencing sudden neurological symptoms, this diagnosis has changed everything. Dan is approaching it with hope, strength, and steady determination, supported closely by loved ones and a dedicated Neuro-Oncology team. Unfortunately, his tumor is Grade 4 and is inoperable and the only known effective prolongation is through radiation.

Stella’s Wish Foundation is helping their family of three travel from Maine to San Diego, CA to visit family.

 

Keith Sargent

Stephanie’s wish was granted and the foundation is sending her with her husband and 2-year-old daughter to DisneyWorld.