Gary’s Last Family Trip

Shannon Wills Start Date: Mar 22, 2024 - End Date: Jul 21, 2024
  • Cape Cod, MA, United States of America

My Travel Story

by: Shannon Wills Start Date: Mar 22, 2024 - End Date: Jul 21, 2024
My father in law Gary has not had an easy life. He lost his dad and a brother as a child. When he was 12, his tent caught fire and he almost died with burns covering majority of his body creating permanent scars. With all his troubles, he's never let it stop him from working hard and taking care of his family. He's not only a second father to me but a dad to 3 kids, grandfather to 7 grandkids and the prime father figure to a nephew. Earlier this year Gary was diagnosed with a form of melanoma on his back which had aggressively spread throughout his bones, lungs and throughout his body. Initially we were expecting 1-3 years however, earlier this week we found out he's maybe got 6 months. This is heartbreaking for his family. One of his favorite things to do, other than ride motorcycles, is spending time with family. His final wish is to enjoy a family trip to Cape Cod to enjoy some fresh seafood with the ones he loves.  With all the medical bills and financial stress, this big family trip for 16 is expensive and any help would be appreciated and truly cherished! He's very independent and would never ask for this himself so I'd like to surprise him and keep this secret and surprise him anonymously. Thank you for reading his story and for any donation you can provide.
  • Cape Cod, MA, United States of America