Charlie Poole
NEW YORK
DIPG: February 2016 – August 2018
Forever Age: 17
On February 2, 2016 Charlie was diagnosed with DIPG (Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma), which is an inoperable, aggressive tumor in the brainstem for which there is no cure and only experimental treatments to buy time. Charlie passed away on August 6, 2018, at 17 years old.
Charlie had a quiet strength about him. He never complained about his situation and always tried to be positive. He loved every minute of this life and world. He will always be with us who had the privilege of knowing him, loving him and being loved by him. He would want nothing more than for the rest of us to appreciate the life we have. To stop, look around, and feel the wonder surrounding us, and cherish the connections with those in our lives. We know Charlie would want everyone to look back with happiness and to celebrate his life instead of mourning his passing. On behalf of Charlie please take a moment to stop and smell the roses today.
Charlie took a very active role in his medical care, attending DIPG research conferences and participating in several clinical trials. Charlie was an advocate for kids with pediatric cancer and felt the need for improved peer support, actively reaching out to other teens and adults within the DIPG community. He participated in developing programs in our community to support and connect cancer families. Charlie unselfishly donated his brain for DIPG Research to the Monje Lab at Stanford University. Charlie was a communicant of St. Ann’s Church and served as an Altar Server and Sacristan.
Charlie wanted to speak out for all children with cancer, so that they have a chance to grow up. When he found out that less than 4% of federal funding for cancer research goes to children, he went to the CureFest rally in Washington DC to be a voice for those children who cannot speak up for themselves.
Thank you for helping to change the outcome by donating to research.
Thank you for choosing to donate to the Cannonballs for Kayne Foundation.100% of this donation, after credit card processing fees, goes directly towards DIPG research.
Help us SKIP the FEES: If you would like to make a donation by mail, please send a check to Cannonballs for Kayne Foundation; P.O. Box 1738, Ormond Beach, FL 32175 and write the person’s name in the memo.
The family receives notification of all donations made to this honor fund.
Your gift honoring Charlie will MAKE WAVES for DIPG!
