Hello all,

I am calling out to friends, acquaintances, and to any and all willing and able to help. This is

on behalf of Rich Cooper. Many of you already know that Rich has been battling repeated bouts of throat cancer for over 15 years. He is a father, husband, grandfather, trusted friend, and a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. As a lifelong friend, I can tell you that Rich is most deserving of our help in his time of need and would sincerely appreciate it, although he is not one to ask for it. You can probably imagine the surmounting expenses surrounding his continued and ongoing medical care, which also makes it difficult for him to meet his everyday essential needs as well. He is currently out of work once again as he has been painfully doctoring with an experimental drug which has left him unable to swallow any food. This has led him to a severe drop in weight and in need of a feeding tube. We do not yet know the outcome, though we are certainly hopeful that he will once again beat this cancer. Please send any amount that you are able to, for anything will be helpful. He will be forever grateful. If you are unable to help financially at this time, perhaps send some encouragement his way.

Thank you all in advance for your prayers and donations.