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BTB - 2015 Families

Maria "Dorothy" Delicana

My name is Maria Dorothy, but my friends just call me Dorothy.  I was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer in June 2014 after my yearly mammogram.   My paternal aunt and my younger sister were also diagnosed with breast cancer.   

Despite my family history I never really thought there was much of chance that I would have cancer.  Following my diagnosis, I had 2 surgeries, 33 sessions of radiation therapy, and 1 visit to the ER for pericarditis as a side effect of the cancer treatment.   My diagnosis came a month short of my 48th birthday.  My birthday was spent recovering from surgery.  And now each birthday has extra meaning and every candle is a gift.

I live alone with my cat, Nemo.  I don’t have immediate family in Chicago. My sister lives in Washington State with her husband.  The rest of my family lives in the Philippines and are currently facing struggles of their own.  I witnessed the challenges faced by my family as they battled cancer.  Upon diagnosis, I thought this would be a personal battle that I would have to fight alone.  

But I am not alone.  I have been blessed to be surrounded with friends, both old and new.   Despite the obstacles in my journey, I was able to keep my spirit up because of the love, support and prayers I have received.  I am hugely grateful for the good friends who supported me on my journey towards recovery.  I look forward to sharing many more birthdays with everyone



Update (2021):  

Dorothy is in good health and continues to change the world through nursing!  
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    • Vincent J. Vittore Memorial Scholarship >
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    • Sally's Studio Page
  • History
    • Who we helped 2023 >
      • David's Page
      • Vickie's Page
    • Who we helped 2021 >
      • Nina's Page
      • Carmen's Page
      • Bert's Page
      • Carrie's Page
      • Larry's Page
    • Who we helped 2020 >
      • Patricia's Page
      • Trey's Page
      • Laura's Page
      • Meg's Page
      • Austin's Page
      • Bryan's Page
      • Robert's Page
      • Ed's Page
      • Tricia's Page
      • Nadezhda's Page
      • Who We Helped in 2008
      • Who We Helped in 2010
      • Maryann's Page
    • Who we helped 2019 >
      • Laura's Page
      • Melanie's Page
      • Donna's Page
      • Christina's Page
      • Jo Ann's Page
      • John's Page
      • Katie's Page
      • MIchelle's Page
      • Rachael's Page
      • Robert's Page
      • Rob Hyman's Page
    • Who we helped 2018 >
      • Amanda's Page
      • Adriene's Page
      • Briana's Page
      • Chris's Page
      • Dave's Page
      • Lisa's Page
      • Paddy's Page
      • Mark's Page
      • Frank's Page
      • Lilia 's Page
      • Kevin's Page
      • Heart & Soul Fund - Katie Flannigan
      • Heart & Soul Fund - Megan Pedersen
    • Who we helped 2017 >
      • Lisa's Page
      • Tracy's Page
      • Greg's Page
      • Matthew's Page
      • Julie's Page
      • Steve's Page
      • Jessica's Page
      • Sharon's Page
      • Matt & Patty's Page
      • Karl's Page
      • Vivian's Page
      • Heart & Soul Fund - Travis Walters
    • Who we helped 2016 >
      • Mathias's Page
      • Jennifer's Page
      • Matt's Page
      • Caleb's Page
      • Beckett's Page
      • Mataio's Page
      • Cathy's Page
      • Maria's Page
      • Lucas's Page
      • Summer's Page
    • Who we helped - 2015 >
      • Jeff's Page
      • Steve's Page
      • Haley's Page
      • Mia's Page
      • Sophia the Brave's Page
      • Maria's Page
      • Noreen's Page
      • Nanette's Page
      • Kathleen's Page
    • Who we helped 2014
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      • Rosie's Page
    • Who we helped 2012
    • Who We Helped In 2011
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    • Board Members
  • Sponsor / Donate
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    • Tom's Songs and Videos
    • Not Betting Against My Cubs Lyrics
  • Contact
  • Tom's Books
  • 2025 Scholarship Application
  • 2024 Application