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</div>Rocky Elardo passed away in February 2024 after a courageous five-year battle with Ewing sarcoma, a rare and aggressive bone cancer. Rocky was a bright, beautiful, and brave young woman who touched the lives of many with her smile, her laughter, and her kindness. She was a loving daughter, sister, friend, student, and athlete who never gave up on her dreams and always inspired others to do the same.
 We are so grateful for your generous and compassionate support over the last five years. You have been a source of strength and comfort for Rocky and her family during the most difficult times. You have helped us raise funds for Rocky's medical expenses, travel costs, and quality of life. You have also sent us countless messages, cards, gifts, and prayers that lifted our spirits and made us feel loved. You have been a part of Rocky's journey and we will always remember your kindness.
 As we mourn the loss of Rocky, we also want to honor her life and legacy. That is why we have decided to create a non-profit charity organization in her memory, called Rocky Cares. Rocky Cares aims to:
 Raise awareness and funding to support Ewing sarcoma research for a cure.
 Provide an annual scholarship to senior(s) at Heritage High School that embody Rocky's qualities of intelligence, athleticism, and kindness.
 Spread Rocky's sunshine throughout the community by supporting causes and initiatives that Rocky cared about.
 We invite you to join us in this mission and become one of Rocky's supporters. You can help us keep Rocky's shine alive by:
 Follow us on social media. We are on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. You can find us by searching for Rocky Cares or using the hashtag #RockyCares.
 Visit our website at www.rockycares.org. You can learn more about Rocky, our organization, our mission and events.
 RSVP for our upcoming launch event on August 4th at Bear Chase Brewing Company. We would love to see you there and celebrate Rocky's life and legacy with you. The event is free and no donation is required – RSVP here: <a href="https://givebutter.com/Lwt1Oe" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://givebutter.com/Lwt1Oe</a>
 Join Rocky’s supporters - <a href="https://givebutter.com/RockyCares" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://givebutter.com/RockyCares</a>
Thank you again for your love and support. You have made a difference in Rocky's life and ours. We hope you will continue to be a part of Rocky's story and help us make a positive impact in the world in her name. Rocky Cares, and so do we.
 With love and gratitude,
 Rocky's Family and Friends

Claire Caplea

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Paula Caldwell

Susannah ODonnell

Lisa Mowery

Julia Goehring

Christiana Jaeger

Anuj Mehta

Gwendalyn Krauss

Ashley Moriarty

Team Rocky - #RockyCares

Team Rocky - #RockyCares

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