Legacy of Hope

Dan

Radiation Oncology Patient - Kirksville

The Kirksville community has long been without local access to radiation oncology, forcing patients to travel great distances for life-saving treatments. Dan, a 56-year-old business owner who employs many local residents, was diagnosed with prostate cancer and required radiation therapy. To keep his business running while undergoing treatment, he woke at 5:00 am each day, left by 5:30, and drove 180 miles for a 7:30 appointment—only to find that parking often took longer than the treatment itself. At the radiation center, Dan frequently saw dozens of others from Kirksville making the same exhausting journey.

Mary

Radiation Oncology Patient - Hannibal

Mary is a two-time cancer survivor who wanted to receive radiation treatments close to home while still utilizing the latest technology, so she chose the Cary Cancer Center in Hannibal. Mary’s choice led her to find the compassionate team at the Cary Cancer Center and was able to be treated using advanced technology. Through the help of her family, friends, her dog Buddy, and the caring team she found at the Cary Cancer Center Mary is back to better.

Mary Jo

Radiation Oncology Patient - Kirksville

Mary Jo faced breast cancer at 65, requiring 16 radiation treatments, five days a week, Monday through Friday. 8:00 am appointments meant early departures from Kirksville so she would still have time with her grandkids (24 then, 27 now). She counts herself fortunate she had her husband to drive her. The constant travel for each treatment added a significant burden to an already challenging time. The appointments themselves were a fraction of the time spent on the road.

Robert

Radiation Oncology Patient - Kirksville

At 51, Robert was diagnosed with prostrate cancer. As an assistant manager at the local Hy-Vee, husband, and father of three, he had to find a way to fit his radiation treatments into his schedule. With treatments taking place for 5 days a week, for 7 weeks, that was no small feat. Through the help of local friends, an understanding employer, a faith family, and others, Robert completed treatment before the holidays in 2024, and is on the road to recovery.

Mike and Mary Jo Schwend

Hannibal Regional offers special appreciation to Mike and Mary Jo Schwend for their generous support of the Legacy of Hope Campaign and their dedication to the Kirksville community.

As a cancer survivor and member of the Legacy of Hope Advisory Board, Mary Jo brings a personal perspective to this important work. Together, Mike and Mary Jo are helping ensure that a new state-of-the-art cancer center will be built in Kirksville - expanding access to life-saving cancer care close to home for patients and families across the region.

Pat Winkleman and Jack Winkleman

Hannibal Regional extends sincere appreciation to Pat Winkleman and Jack Winkleman for their generous support of the Legacy of Hope Campaign and their ongoing commitment to the Kirksville community.

Through their generosity and dedication to the community, they are helping bring a new state-of-the-art cancer center to Kirksville - enhancing access to advanced, life-saving cancer care close to home.

Dan and Stephanie Anderson

Hannibal Regional extends special appreciation to Dan and Stephanie Anderson, owners of Kirksville Motor Company and official sponsor of the Ville Celebrity Golf Tournament, for their generous support of the Legacy of Hope Campaign.

The Anderson’s know firsthand how important it is to bring back radiation oncology care to the Kirksville area so patients don’t have to travel for the care they need. Their donation is helping to ensure that a new state-of-the art cancer center will be built in Kirksville, better serving the cancer needs of the community and creating access to life-saving radiation oncology care, right in Kirksville.

Dr. Justin and Kylene Puckett

Hannibal Regional gratefully recognizes Dr. Justin and Kylene Puckett for their leadership and long-time commitment to health and wellness in the Kirksville community.

Through their generous support of the Legacy of Hope Campaign, Dr. Puckett and Kylene are helping bring a new state-of-the-art cancer center to Kirksville - expanding access to advanced, life-saving cancer care close to home.

Brad Kurz, Edward Jones Financial Advisor

Hannibal Regional is so grateful to Brad Kurz, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones, for his leadership and support of the Legacy of Hope Campaign.

As a member of the Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Board of Directors and a recent past president, Brad is helping ensure that a new state-of-the art cancer center will be built in Kirksville and continuing the legacy of exceptional cancer care in Hannibal, better serving the cancer needs of the community and creating invaluable access to life-saving radiati

Bleigh Construction

Thank you to Bleigh Construction for their generous support of the Legacy of Hope Campaign!

Bleigh Construction's financial support will help with the renovations and upgrades of equipment at the Cary Cancer Center, as well as the construction of a new, state-of-the-art cancer center in Kirksville, bringing life-saving radiation oncology care and expanded cancer services closer to home for local patients. In addition to their financial support, Project Manager John Bleigh also contributes his time as a member of the Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Board of Directors, further strengthening Hannibal Regional’s commitment to guide our communities to BETTER.

Hula Bowls

Hula Bowls donated to the Legacy of Hope Campaign.

Hula Bowls of Hannibal recently made a donation to the Legacy of Hope Campaign at Hannibal Regional Foundation. During the month of October they had special pink smoothies and bowls, the proceeds of which went to their contribution of over $1,500. The Legacy of Hope Campaign is raising funds to benefit cancer resources and services in the region. For more information about the Campaign, contact the Foundation at (573) 629-3577.

Tom Boland Ford

Tom Boland Ford donates to th Legacy of Hope Campaign at Hannibal Regional Foundation.

Tom Boland Ford recently made a donation to the Legacy of Hope Campaign at Hannibal Regional Foundation. During the month of October, for every car sold they put $50 toward their $5,000 donation. The Legacy of Hope Campaign is raising funds to benefit cancer resources and services in the region. For more information about this campaign contact the Foundation at (573) 629-3577.

Sam & Dianne Western

Hannibal Regional thanks Sam and Dianne Western for their leadership and support of the Legacy of Hope Campaign, helping bring a new cancer center and life-saving care to Kirksville.

Hannibal Regional offers special appreciation to Sam & Dianne Western for their leadership and support of the Legacy of Hope Campaign. As members of the Kirksville Advisory committee, and as major donors, Sam & Dianne are assisting in ensuring that a new state-of-the art cancer center will be built in Kirksville, better serving the cancer needs of the community and creating invaluable access to life-saving radiation oncology care, right in Kirksville.

Erick and Tricia Hanson

Hannibal Regional thanks Erick and Tricia Hanson for their leadership and support of the Legacy of Hope Campaign, helping bring a new cancer center and expanded care to Kirksville.

Hannibal Regional extends its appreciation to Erick and Tricia Hanson for their leadership and generous support of the Legacy of Hope Campaign. As donors, Erick and Tricia are helping ensure a new, state-of-the-art cancer center becomes a reality in Kirksville, bringing life-saving radiation oncology care and expanded cancer services closer to home for local patients. In addition to their financial support, Erick also contributes his time as a member of the Kirksville Advisory Committee for the Legacy of Hope campaign and as member of the Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Board of Directors, further strengthening Hannibal Regional’s commitment to guide our communities to BETTER.

Hannibal Regional Auxiliary

Hannibal Regional Auxiliary has pledged $1,000,000 to the Legacy of Hope Campaign.

Hannibal Regional is honored and humbled to work with such an amazing team of volunteers through the Hannibal Regional Auxiliary. Their major lead gift to the Legacy of Hope Campaign is paving the way for investments in expanding cancer care in the region, including a new linear accelerator and renovations at the Cary Cancer Center, and the construction of a new cancer center in Kirksville. Thank you to the Hannibal Regional Auxiliary for their pledge of $1,000,000 to the Legacy of Hope Campaign, and thank you to all the Auxilians for their dedication to bettering the health of our region.

Alliant Bank

Alliant Bank stepped forward early in the silent phase of the Legacy of Hope Campaign with a lead gift of $100,000.

As we mark the groundbreaking of the new Kirksville Cancer Center, we extend our sincere gratitude to the many generous donors whose support has helped bring this project to life. Our first donor spotlight recognizes Alliant Bank, which stepped forward early in the silent phase of the Legacy of Hope Campaign with a lead gift of $100,000.

We thank Alliant Bank for its trust, generosity, and steadfast commitment to our community. This significant contribution is helping pave the way for expanded access to high-quality cancer care for patients in Kirksville and throughout the region.