2024 has brought pancreatic cancer full circle, as the father of a former student of Kristin's lost his fight with this horrible disease, and a dear colleague is currently battling it out to become eligible for surgery in the near future. Pancreatic cancer is no joke, and this year, Kristin walks in John's memory and Diane's honor.

Every year since Kevin Shields, father, husband, and Pop-Pop was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2018, Pop-Pop's Crew has participated in the Maryland PurpleStride fundraising events to raise awareness and funding for pancreatic cancer research.  This year's national PurpleStride event will be held on April 26, 2025 in order to unite us all in our mission to stop this silent killer.

We do not want Kevin, Theresa, Melody, Will, Ruth, Jo Ellen, John and others to just become statistical numbers.  Please consider donating to our team and show your support by walking beside us at the main event.

Registration is free, participation can occur wherever you live and sharing our page helps spread the word about this important cause.

We can do our part to help ensure the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network can continue their efforts to increase pancreatic cancer survival and provide tools for patients, caregivers and families.  Come be a member of our "purple army" and help us live to see the day when cancer can be cured for good.

The Shields Family & Friends

#WageHOPE   "Pop-Pop's Crew"   #DemandBetter

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