Together Let's Rally For Marty

To family members, this is "Martin's" (not Marty's) story  ;-)

A storm with no warning. It's so hard to imagine your entire world can drastically change in the blink of an eye...  but that's what happened on Oct. 1st when we were told that Marty has cancer.   Luckily, we got into Penn quickly and after multiple tests, procedures and appointments, it has been determined that he has an aggressive form of pancreatic cancer.  Marty is ready to beat this with the support of God, fantastic doctors, and an awesome group of family and friends.  We are all very confident in his doctors  and  the treatment plan that they have described.

Everyone's love and  support has been quite overwhelming.  We are blessed to have so many friends and family who care about us and we appreciate everything.  We won't get through this without your love and support. However, it has been challenging for us to keep up with the amount of texts, calls, etc.  That's why we decided to set up this CaringBridge. Time is so precious.  We want to take advantage of quality family time to make the most of each and every day.   Martin, Sean, Colleen, and Connor are all very active in their busy lives and we are usually on the go.  That has been our life, we wouldn't have it any other way, and we hope to keep it that way... as normal as possible.   Juggling six schedules, meals are often on the run.   We also have picky eaters (including mom and dad) and that's why meals are not needed at this time.  Thank you.

The main thing requested right now  is PRAYERS. We believe in the power of prayer, and we need them now, more than ever before.  The Meenan and Kean families are both deeply rooted in  their strong faith.   As one of our favorite prayers states, "When you see only one set of footprints (in the sand), it was then that He carried you."  We pray that God will wrap Marty in his arms and carry him through this journey.

On behalf of our family, we ask you to use CaringBridge to post messages of support, love, strength, and encouragement, versus social media and other communication platforms. Family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, community and parish members, former players, etc. , all are welcome to join. The site will be updated as a means to communicate Marty’s journey.  Please use the "Well Wishes" tab on the right hand side of the page or the "Guestbook" feature from your phone app.     

https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/martymeenan16

Respecting our choices, our plans, and our wishes is important to us and most appreciated.  Please follow along spreading well wishes, Irish blessings and positive thoughts that will continue to put smiles on our faces.  We know Marty has touched so many lives... as a teacher, as a coach, as a colleague, as a family member, and as a reliable friend.  He's blessed to have so many of you who have impacted his life as well. Thanks so very much for caring about him and supporting him! 

IMPORTANT:  The offering of meals is so kind and generous.  However, food is not ideal at this time!  Thanks for understanding.

What will my donation be used for ?

All proceeds from this fundraiser will go directly towards Marty's current and future medical needs that  may not be covered by private medical insurance.