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<< Previous   of   Next >> Marshall Miller  (click to enlarge) Kathleen Terry, 44, of Snohomish   ADVERTISEMENT   Related Stories • Stanwood breast cancer survivor among 6 area women to model in Macy's show 10/17/08   CONTACT THE HERALD Robert Frank, City Editor frank@heraldnet.com   Published: Friday, October 17, 2008 Survivor supports others, amid her own fears Kathleen Terry of Snohomish, 44, lost her sister to breast cancer in 2000 and her father to male breast cancer in 1987. She was diagnosed in 2006. She recently started volunteering with the Breast Cancer Network of Strength, where she counsels newly diagnosed women. She was nominated by Laurie Knott of Easton, who wrote this essay: "I first met Kathleen Terry in April 2006 at the treatment center where we were both receiving chemotherapy for breast cancer. Kathleen had already lost her father and her sister to breast cancer and was now fighting for her own life with a later-stage diagnosis. "She was only a few weeks ahead of me on the journey, but she gave me chemo tips, laughed with me about our baldness and was so positive that I couldn't help but be inspired. In addition to mastectomies, chemo and radiation, she has also suffered with lymphedema and a 13-hour bilateral breast reconstruction. Through it all, she kept that beautiful smile on her face and remained upbeat. "Kathleen recently started volunteering with the "Y-Me" organization where she counsels newly diagnosed women. In addition to working full-time, she is a runner and bike rider. She travels and enjoys life to the fullest. "Anyone who has cancer fears recurrence. When I am freaking out over the latest test or ailment, Kathleen calms me. She e-mails me, checks on me, visits me in the hospital, and I know I am not alone. "Most survivors will tell you that good things do come out of cancer diagnosis. My friend Kathleen is one of the best things that came from mine. Kathleen Terry is Seattle's most inspiring breast cancer survivor!" READER COMMENTS Be the first to comment. You must be a registered user and verify your e-mail address to post comments to blogs or articles on HeraldNet. To register, click here. To read other terms and conditions, click here. Log out

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