A Cork based Rathmore man, David Saunders has launched a GoFundMe appeal as he bravely announced his ‘bleak prognosis’ in his ongoing and third battle with cancer.
David’s wife is the College Road, Castleisland native, Anne Marie McGrath and they have two precious children, Jack (4) and two year old Aoibhín.
The following is David’s direct appeal:
My name is David Saunders, I’m 40 years old and I’m asking for your help in my third battle with cancer.
A proud Kerry man living in Cork, I’m married to my beautiful wife Anne Marie and we have two precious children, Jack (4) and Aoibhín (2).
I’ve mentioned this is my third battle with cancer, having overcome it twice as a child. Those battles resulted in me losing my leg but my positivity never waned and ultimately I came out on top, living cancer free for 26 years.
A Lot of Achievements
I’ve achieved a lot during this time, qualifying and working as a primary school teacher and representing Ireland in Amputee Football to name but a few. I have always felt grateful to have overcome my illness and did my utmost to give back in any way that I could.
This included my work as a teacher as well as giving motivational talks at events, telling my story in the hope it may inspire others with their own journey.
Unfortunately, having been diagnosed with advanced sarcoma, this time around my prognosis is a lot bleaker.
Fighting for Every Moment
While I will continue to fight for every moment I get to spend with my precious young family, I have to face the reality that my time with them is limited. Naturally, as a husband and father, I want to do my utmost to ensure my young family are provided for when I’m no longer here and with that in mind I’m asking for your help.
Any donation, big or small, would be greatly appreciated and help reduce the financial toll that cancer leaves behind.
Thank you for taking the time to read my story. David.
David’s GoFundMe page can be found with a click on the link here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/david-saunders-his-battle-with-cancer
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