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Darrow's funeral expenses

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Diagnosed in 2008 with CML Leukemia, a chronic form of leukemia with no known cure, Darrow was given 5 years to live but thanks to the research and care of Doctors at MD Anderson Darrow was put on a study drug that is now FDA approved. This chemotherapy pill has since put Darrow’s leukemia into remission but he has to stay on this drug forever and it has caused several side effects that Darrow is continuously battling. These include frequent bouts of pneumonia, dehydration, GI problems and he has gone into kidney failure 4 times within the last 2 years. Medical expenses are continuously stacking up and Darrow has missed several appointments at MD Anderson because the resources needed to travel just weren’t there. Even through all of the stress and struggles of everyday life and his battle for health Darrow has managed to keep fighting. He has a very strong woman by his side to encourage him to stay courageous through it all. His wife Rita of 20 years is now starting to have some serious health issues of her own. She’s battled the pains of fibromyalgia daily since she was diagnosed in 2007. Recently, Rita has had consistently high blood pressure and a heart attack scare that sent her to the ER. She needs to see a cardiologist as soon as possible to have her heart evaluated. Darrow and Rita want nothing more than to be healthy so they can be here for their little family. Their grandson Aemon means the world to them and their precious granddaughter Elizabeth will be arriving in November. They also want to continue to cherish the love they have for both of their daughters Heather and Haley. Those of you who know my parents will agree that they are hard working and would give you the clothes off their backs. They’re dedicated to the Christian faith and truly believe that God is always by their side. Please, if you have the means to give, any amount will be greatly appreciated. All monies collected will be used to pay for gas, upcoming Dr. appointments and medications. God Bless you!
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Rita Cook Boykin
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Port Lavaca, TX

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