Current Beneficiary

With sadness, we report the passing of Shawn O'Donnell on November 22, 2011.  http://cranberry.patch.com/articles/cranberry-cup-beneficiary-shawn-o-donnell-succumbs-to-cancer

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Tina and Shawn O'Donnell have lived in Cranberry Township for 9 years. They are the proud parents of 4 children: Nathan, age 10; Alex, age 7; Brayden, age 3 and Mia, age 1.

In May 2010, Shawn, a Social Studies teacher at Keystone Oaks and a Driving Education Instructor for Seneca Valley school district, was diagnosed with stage 4 incurable colon and liver cancer. In the summer of 2010, Shawn needed 24 hour care as he was unable to walk or bathe unassisted. The doctors did not think he would survive the summer, but with the help of hospice nurses, hospice caregivers and family members, Shawn was able to regain his independence by September. He rebounded with the help of 16-hour IV nutrition and many prayers from family and friends. Unfortunately, Shawn's latest scan showed that the cancer has spread to a spot on his right hip and to a lymph node. Shawn's doctors do not feel he will ever return to work. He will continue to have bi-weekly chemotherapy treatments for the rest of his life.

Shawn has been active in coaching for SV outdoor soccer and CTAA T-ball and baseball. He also volunteered in a CTAA winter skills baseball camp. He is a past participant of the Cranberry CUP softball tournament.

Please join the Cranberry CUP in rallying behind the O'Donnells as the 2011 Cranberry CUP Inspirational Family!