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Sheila’s Story

Sheila Sky Kasselman was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the fall of 2007 after about 9 months of  experiencing the following symptoms: weight loss, nausea, fatigue, diabetes and jaundice. 

“When I was diagnosed, I didn’t know one person who had the disease. Throughout my diagnosis and treatment I would think, ‘I wish I had someone to talk to other than my doctors.’ But there was no one for me to reach out to.”

After Sheila survived Whipple surgery, she committed all the strength in her body, mind and spirit to finding a way to help others who are unaware they have the cancer until it’s too late. Sky Foundation, Inc. is the result of her passionate commitment.  

“Through education, awareness and research we are able to advance knowledge to those diagnosed with the disease or to those who have lost a loved one. Our goal is to find an early detection method to increase survival rates.”

To date, Sky has raised — and donated – nearly $2.5 million to promising researchers around the country. 

In 2020, 14 years after her first diagnosis her cancer was rediscovered. Sheila is now undergoing chemotherapy. She continues to be just as involved with the same enthusiasm and helps others with the same level of passion, day in and day out. 

Today, Sheila continues her legacy with energy and positive attitude to provide hope and knowledge when people face the challenges of a disease that they never anticipated. 

Join us on Thursday, January 20th to watch Q & A with Sheila K. on Facebook.