Jim's glioblastoma story began on July 2nd, 2023, when he checked himself into the ER due to excruciating headaches. After days of numerous tests, an MRI scan confirmed that he had five tumors (one of them the size of a lemon) in his brain. Just two days later, he underwent his first brain surgery to remove the largest tumor. The surgeon was able to remove most of the mass from the larger of the five tumors and sent a sample to a pathology lab to learn more about the remaining tumors invading his brain. Two weeks later, our family received the earth-shattering news that unfortunately so many other families received: a diagnosis of glioblastoma. After Jim’s first surgery, he lost his left peripheral vision and was no longer able to drive. While that would deter most, it did not stop him from maintaining a positive, resilient attitude. One week before the start of his chemotherapy and radiation treatments, his excruciating headaches returned and he found himself unable to walk. Jim’s family brought him to the emergency room for scans and received the devastating news that the tumors were growing. Jim then had his second brain surgery on August 9, 2023, which caused him to lose most of the feeling on the left side of his body. He went to Kessler Rehabilitation to relearn how to walk, get into a car, feed and dress himself, and perform other seemingly small tasks that are essential to daily life. After a week of hard work, Jim was back home and ready to start cancer treatments. Through six weeks of daily chemotherapy and radiation, he kept a smile on his face most days and was surrounded by more family, friends, and positive energy than he could have ever imagined. All that love and support did not go unnoticed by Jim. Unfortunately, the treatments and recommended clinical trials failed to stop the tumor growth, leading to a decline in his condition and—he was unable to sit up, walk, eat, or speak. We had to seek alternative treatment plans to give him the best possible outcome. He went to CareOne Rehab facility while undergoing two new treatments, Avastin and Optune. Despite his prognosis, he continued to keep a positive attitude for his family. Jim made his return home in February, after three difficult months at CareOne. He was surrounded by friends and family, but his health was steadily declining, battling issues like a blood infection that affected both his memory and verbal communication skills. In early March, Jim had three seizures and was rushed to the hospital. He entered hospice, unconscious, on March 11th, 2024, and fought until the very end with his family and friends by his side. Jim’s pain and battle ended with glioblastoma on March 14, 2024, with his wife, Nancy, and his three children, Jessica, Jimmy, and Jake, by his side. During Jim's relentless battle glioblastoma, he was incredibly fortunate to have an entire village rally behind him. His wife, children, brother, sisters, mother, and countless friends and family members provided unwavering support. It truly does take a village, and Jim's village exceeded all expectations. Over the course of nine grueling months, as he moved in and out of hospitals and rehabilitation facilities, his family never left his side. Jim was profoundly grateful and found it impossible to fully express his deep appreciation for everyone's assistance. As his health declined, the demand for support grew, and his village rose to the challenge with remarkable strength and dedication.