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“We went on holiday in 2012 … came back and he got diagnosed with cancer. In October of 2012, he had his stomach, his spleen, and his oesophagus removed. He died a year later.”- Beverly Just six months after the heartbreaking loss of her husband, Beverley was diagnosed with breast cancer. She underwent a full mastectomy and remained cancer free for several years. Then in December 2021 she was told the cancer had returned, this time as secondary breast cancer. Beverly was shocked but determined to fight it. Her treatment included eight-hour sessions of chemotherapy where she’d read or knit to pass the time. “I’m still on the treatment. Not the full chemo... but injections. At one point I lost my fingernails and toenails… had ulcers on my oesophagus, stomach, and intestines. It’s not an easy journey by any means. I’m still here. And I’m still happy.” Throughout her cancer journey Beverley has received expert advice and comfort through a support nurse from the Cancer Society. Inspired by the impact cancer has had in her own life and the support she received, Beverley has chosen to leave a gift in her Will to the Cancer Society. “My reason for doing that is because of both my mum and husband… I’m passionate about trying to improve the research… things that can help other people. It’s not a big amount, but it’s an amount that will do something. Just something to say, I appreciate what you’ve done for me. Every amount helps, whether it's big or small, it makes a difference.” By giving a gift in your Will you can help make sure no one faces cancer alone. Find out more about leaving a life changing gift in your Will.