Author: Brianna Barton

Mario is a hard-working and full-of-energy father who is a role model to his children and enjoys working in his garden. He was diagnosed with Stage 4 Kidney Cancer in 2017 and then had his kidney removed a few years afterward. He was later diagnosed with Renal Cell Carcinoma that was unable to be operated on. He had targeted radiation in 2023 where he lost mobility on his left foot. Recent scans have revealed the tumor is growing as he has been told they need to operate in June or he can become completely paralyzed. He now is unable to do the things he loves, like gardening. His child reached out to Stella’s Wish and said “I just would love some good news for him finally” and asked for a trip for Mario and his wife after these discouraging times.

Stella’s Wish Foundation was able to send Mario and his wife on a relaxing trip to Waikiki Beach Resort in Hawaii for 6 days and 5 nights to decompress and spend quality time together.

Rae Ann is a 45-year-old mother of 2 small children. She was diagnosed with metastatic melanoma, which caused her to be unable to work recently, along with her husband taking some time off to care for their family. They had been planning a big vacation with her mother, but were unable to go. Her husband requested a trip to Jellystone Park in Eureka, MO for a few days with a golf cart rental to help Rae get around more comfortably. Rae Ann is excited about the trip due to the relaxing nature of the park and the fun activities it will have for the kids.

Stella’s Wish Foundation was able to grant this wish and send Rae Ann, her husband, and their children on the trip to Jellystone Park. Jellystone is a family-friendly waterpark and campground in Eureka, Missouri.

Lindsay is a lovely 38 year old woman who lives in Texas and was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. Linsay’s mother, Stella, submitted a wish for her daughter to visit Hawaii. Stella’s Wish Foundation was able to make her wish come true and assist with a trip to Hawaii.

 

Danielle and her family live in Green Bay, Wisconsin. She was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in 2015 and had many treatments over the years. Recently, the tumor spread to her brain and she had surgery to have it removed in April. Her hope is now to optimize the quality of her life going forward. She hopes to make the most of her time and make lots of wonderful memories with her friends and family. Danielle asked Stella’s wish to give her an opportunity to make these special memories with her kids.

Stella’s Wish Foundation sent Danielle and her kids on a trip to Valleyfair Amusement Park in Wisconsin. They stayed 3 nights and spent 2 days in the park.

Emily is 22 years old and has a passion for drawing and painting. Ever since she was diagnosed with cancer it has been difficult and painful in the joints in her hands. To make drawing easier, Stella’s Wish is granting Emily’s wish and giving her an Apple iPad and pencil so she can draw digitally.

Rebekah Hines has Stage Four Lung Cancer and has just begun chemotherapy. Her family says that she is a wonderful person and takes care of her own grandmother and daughter. Rebekah is unable to work currently and times are rough. Stella’s Wish has granted her wish to travel to Branson, Missouri with her family to visit Silver Dollar City.