
Help the Palermo Family Overcome Cancer Battle
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Help the Palermo Family
I met Al Palermo when I was 16, and our friendship has remained strong for over 40 years. 20 years ago, Alan and his wife Melissa got married, and I was lucky enough to be the best man at the wedding. Even as life got in our way, like raising kids, we'd always pick up like no time went by. I've always looked up to Alan like a big brother and like family.
Setting up this GoFundMe is breaking my heart, but Alan and Melissa need our help. A year ago, Al had shoulder surgery that never fully recovered and has been out of work for a year and a half. Now, Melissa, after undergoing Crohn's surgery, has been in the hospital for seven months, not only dealing with surgery complications but also very aggressive cancer, which has spread into her bones. Alan has stayed at the hospital by her side for nearly five months. Two days ago, Melissa received her last rites and went home to hospice, where she will live her last days and continue to be surrounded by the love of her husband Al, and sons Zach, James, and Joe.
Anyone who knows Big Al knows he has the biggest heart and would do anything for anybody. Alan and Melissa now need help themselves. Please help the Palermo family with all that they need, like medical expenses and groceries. Every donation counts.
Organizer and beneficiary
Keith Pavia
Organizer
Hopedale, MA

James Palermo
Beneficiary