We say goodbye to a tremendously positive force in so many lives. Sandy O’Rafferty ended her melanoma journey on Wed March 13/13. She passed peacefully after a 7 year battle with this dreaded disease, in her 50th year of life.
Sandy began her journey with a melanoma on her left calf. It spread throughout her body during the past 7 yrs. She had been responding well to Zelboraf for many months now, but her brain tumors were too resistance and create a seizure that Sandy was not able to recover from.
She lived only blocks from my home, and she had become the single, greatest force in my life. No one understands this journey, as Sandy does. She created awareness in our community and was a wonderful inspiration to many of us. Her positive nature, infectious smile, and sense of determination were inspiring.
I affectionately referred to Sandy as my “fellow melanoma warrior”. She provided me so much hope. She leaves behind a 23 year old daughter and husband that love her dearly. Two step children and her mother. She will be so sadly missed.
Sandy is one of God’s angels now. She will continue her work from above.
Love you Sandy,
Abby xo