Madeline's Cancer Journey
A page to ensure Madeline can focus on spending her precious time with Henry, her family, and her friends.
Wellington
Our fellow Cancer Society workmate, characteristically putting others first and quick with an always much-appreciated witty one-liner! Despite working in the cancer space, we were not emotionally prepared when we heard you were diagnosed with a rare type of cancer, alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma. Or in your own words, "I'm one in 3 million and truthfully I just didn't want to be a basic b**** when it comes to illness”. Over the last year of intense chemo you never lost your humour and always showed up with a smile.
Hearing the cancer has come back and is untreatable was heartbreaking. Madeline, your humour has carried us when we needed it and you’ve given us all an even stronger reason to continue the mahi we do. If money means you don’t need to work and can buy you time with your partner Henry, with your family, and with your friends then this is the most important thing we can gift you.
We know you’re not a hugger but tough cookies, here’s a tight and awkwardly long hug from your loving colleagues at Cancer Society National Office.
Susie Ferkins' involvement (page creator)
Madeline’s manager at Cancer Society National Office acting on behalf of all the staff in our office.
Use of funds
Funds go direct to Madeline and Henry to assist with costs associated with the treatment, loss of income, palliative care, and for them to have fun and make the most of their time together.
Latest update
Celebration of Madeline 2 July 2024
On Saturday 29th of June, Madeline Ruth Schwass sadly passed away after her brave battle with cancer. Loved fiancé of Henry Mellow. Loved daughter of Sandra and Don. Loved sister of Laura. Loved best friend of April. Surrounded by her loved ones during her last days, she passed away peacefully at Te Omanga Hospice. In lieu of flowers, the family ask for donations to Te Omanga Hospice, Wellington Free Ambulance or Pinc and Steel. Remaining Givealittle funds will be released to Madeline's fiancé, Henry Mellow, to be used tying up loose ends with expenses.
A ceremony to celebrate Madeline’s life will be held, Monday 8th of July at 1pm at Silverstream Retreat.
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