After years of misdiagnoses, Wanda Etnyre was rushed to the hospital in early 2026 with severe breathing complications and muscle failure. Over the course of several transfers between three hospitals, she was finally diagnosed on March 10, 2026 with an advanced case of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.

ALS is a progressive and aggressive neurological disease for which there is no cure, no definitive cause, and, for most, no hope. Treatment — primarily medication and physical therapy — can only work to slow its progression. Wanda's case is advanced, and doctors have indicated that her time with us is likely measured in months, not years.

Currently, Wanda has lost the ability to move her arms, neck, and left hand, with only limited movement remaining in her right hand. Because of this, she requires around-the-clock medical care that goes beyond what her family is able to provide at home, and she will need to be placed in a full-time care facility.

The financial burden of this situation is immense. Between ongoing medical care, full-time facility costs, and, when the time comes, final arrangements, these expenses far exceed what Wanda's family can manage — even with insurance. We are asking for your support so that Wanda can receive the dignified care she deserves in the time she has left, and so that her children and loved ones can focus on what truly matters: being present with her, and cherishing every remaining moment together.

As the matriarch of her family, Wanda is a mother to 5 kids and 7 grandkids. Through this incredibly challenging time, we are grateful for the love and support of our family, friends, and community. Your support through prayers, words of encouragement, sharing this page, and donations means the world to us. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a real difference in our journey.