It all began on Friday, April 22, 2011. Felicity was diagnosed with a brain tumor. An MRI confirmed the tumor was a 3cm by 2cm ependymoma. Felicity had surgery on Monday, April 25, 2011 to remove the tumor. During the surgery, doctors discovered that they had to leave a small 4-5mm portion of the tumor that was on her brain stem and could not be removed. This was unexpected, and it means a change in the chemo plans. After lengthy, difficult, and trying medical journey, Felicity has remained strong and the most courageous 4 year old anyone could meet.

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On top of Felicity’s cancer her mother, Amanda was pregnant with their third child. On June 2, 2011 this loving family received devastating news that Amanda’s younger brother Chad, passed away due to heat stroke. Amanda honored her brother’s memory by naming their third child June Elizabeth. 

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Now, nearly 9 years later, in July 2020, Amanda received word that Felicity's brain cancer has returned. Treatment plans are still in the beginning stages. Felicity will undergo brain surgery on August 14, 2020. Amanda is now a single mother with 3 children. Both emotionally and financially the entire Withrow family needs love and support from as many as possible. 

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