As an 8-year old girl, when I met Jerome I didn't know the impact he would have on my life. He stepped up as a father figure for us and always kept a smile while taking care of the family which consisted of two pre-teenager girls, and three teenage guys, and then shortly after, my little sister, Candace, came along. She's 10 now, and it feels like just yesterday she was doing her "silly smile" in her high chair in the kitchen. She adores her daddy, Jerome, just like so many of us do.
Roughly 4 weeks ago, Jerome was diagnosed with stage 4 Pancreatic cancer. We then found out it had spread to his spleen and his liver as well. He was given a port in his shoulder where he receives radiation; but unfortunately this cancer is not something that can be removed.
Anybody who knows Jerome, knows he is a hard working man who has always gotten up before the sun and worked long days to make sure he could provide. Because of his condition, he can no longer work. The medical expenses he is facing, along with everyday living expenses is not going to be easy, and the family needs as much help as they can get.
Any amount is appreciated in this time, and thank you to everyone who is continuously praying and supporting everyone of us through this.