Our Man Marshall

Our latest update came at the end of June as Marshall wrapped up the clinical trial at Sara Cannon in Nashville - his third round of chemotherapy. He received mixed results from this treatment which led his team of doctors to push for a different route.

Moving away from the clinical trial, Marshall started radiation seed therapy in mid-July - a treatment while performed at Sara Cannon in Nashville, allowed him and Megan to head home to Tallahassee for the 12-week duration the seeds would be in his liver. After a difficult 6 weeks, Marshall received scans to monitor the progress of the treatment. Scans revealed the radiation seed therapy was not successful and the cancer had spread within his liver.

For those who may not be as close to Marshall's story, we do want to share his diagnosis in January was, in fact, labeled terminal. Therefore, while his cancer can be battled, it is incredibly rare, aggressive, and ultimately incurable. Marshall has remained positive and steadfast in his faith in God as he undertook the fight of his life - hoping to prolong his time here with us and his truly incredible wife, Megan. With your support along with Marshall and Megan's sacrifices, grateful demeanor, and trust in God, he was able to surpass his initial life expectancy of six months.

When Marshall received the update that the radiation therapy was not successful, additional avenues for treatment were discussed amongst he and his team of doctors. After much thought and prayer, Marshall decided to no longer undergo treatment, choosing quality of life as he closes out his battle with cancer. He and Megan have set up in-home hospice care for the next stage. They have also established weekly in-home visits from the pastor who married them and hope to spend this time with family and loved ones.

Marshall, Megan, and their families are incredibly grateful for the love, support, and prayers that have been sent their way this past year. They would like to individually thank each and every one of you who have played a part in lifting up our man Marshall.

Marshall's greatest hero in this journey has been his wife, Megan. Whether it was weeks sleeping in the hospital after his open gastrectomy or uprooting their lives to relocate to Nashville for 3 months, she has been his rock for every step of the way and a grounding presence for our family. Her sacrifice and commitment are immeasurable. We are eternally grateful God brought Megan into Marshall's life and that he has had the blessing of knowing such a selfless love.

While we may not understand the path ahead, we have faith in God's plan. Please keep Marshall and Megan in your prayers - that they may know comfort, peace, and love during this time.
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Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.