Supporting Rachel’s Journey

$54,555 donated
Given by 337 generous donors in around 3 months

Supporting Rachel and her Family ❤️

Ashburton, Canterbury

Rach has had a tough year with many highs and lows. On 26 January 2021 she was diagnosed metastatic caecal adenocarcinoma (Bowel Cancer) that had spread. After surgery & chemotherapy she was given the all clear. Bubbles were popped and celebration were plenty. During the 9 week cycle of chemotherapy she had developing hip pain. After many trips to the doctor and a CT scan this revealed the cancer had indeed returned. So the new fight had begun.

The tumour in her hip is inoperable and Rachel and her fiancé Brad have been doing everything possible to manage this tumour. In October she received radiation therapy which was unsuccessful. They have been seeking alternative treatment for a holistic approach.

It is our wish to help in every possible way to help Rach and her family get through this and by fundraising is one way that will ease some pressure.

Many people have asked how they can help? Every little bit helps so if you are in a position to donate we express so much gratitude to you. This will help in many ways so she can be with her family, fiancé Brad and her 2 beautiful girls Lilly and Ileana.

From the bottom of our hearts we thank you so much for all of the love and support we have received. It really is appreciated. x

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Update  6 January 2022

Firstly thank you everybody for your generous donations.

Sadly Rachel lost her fight on January 2nd.

The donations will be used to help with the girls futures.

Thank you for all your support to the family.

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Paletza
Paletza on 17 Jan 2022
Rachel was a vibrant, strong and happy person that will be missed by so many
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Jo
Jo on 17 Jan 2022
So incredibly sad to hear of Rachel's passing
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Greg
Greg on 12 Jan 2022
$200
Nick, Sarah, Evie and Wilfred Wright
Nick, Sarah, Evie and Wilfred Wright on 09 Jan 2022
So sorry to hear the very sad news. Stay strong. From Nick, Sarah, Evie and Wilfred Wright.
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Andrea and Mark
Andrea and Mark on 09 Jan 2022
thinking of you all x
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This campaign started on 22 Dec 2021 and ended on 1 Apr 2022.