In December 2017, longtime Federated employee, Linda Tannahill, was diagnosed with endometrial cancer and took a leave of absence from her position to fight the disease. Over the next 10 months, she underwent several surgeries, blood transfusions, radiation & chemotherapy. In October 2018, her treatments concluded and her doctors declared her to be cancer free. The treatments had been tough, follow-up surgeries and recovery time would be necessary. In the Spring of this year, while undergoing one of these follow-up surgeries, doctors made the devastating discovery of another cancerous tumor. Linda is again undergoing chemotherapy in her fight against the disease.
The financial aspects of Linda's fight against cancer have been significant. Her health has prevented her from returning to her position at Federated and the difficult decision for her to step down has been made. Many of Linda's coworkers, clients and friends have asked for a way to help. By donating here, we can help lift the financial burden and allow Linda to concentrate her efforts on fighting this horrible disease. We are in your corner, Linda! Beat Cancer!
**UPDATE**
We are overwhelmed with the generosity of the coworkers, clients and friends of Linda. The original goal of $5,000 was achieved in one short week!
We have learned some additional information about the daunting expenses facing Linda and would like to share just a couple of the many. She takes 2 chemotherapy pills per day that cost $350 each and beginning July 1 the cost of her health insurance for 1 year will be $6,000.
To further assist we have increased the campaign goal from $5,000 to $7,000. There are still 10 days remaining to join Linda's fight. We've achieved one goal, let's hit the next one!
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07/10/2019
Kaitlin Sullivan has made a donation of $ 100
Miss you everyday. You will get through this. -
07/03/2019
Dustin Wear has made a donation of $ 50
You are one of the strongest individuals I know. I would not be where I am at without your help and guidance. You got this!! -
07/03/2019
Anonymous has made a donation of $ 50
Praying -
07/02/2019
Stephen Schafer has made a donation of $ 100
Stay positive Linda, you got this! -
06/27/2019
Jeff Mileham has made a donation of $ 100
You got this, Linda! You’re a strong, wonderful person. -
06/27/2019
Huebner Funeral Home has made a donation of $ 1,300
Linda, our prayers are always with you. Christian love. Walter, Dennis and Lorna -
06/27/2019
Josh Eyer has made a donation of $ 100
Best wishes for a full recovery and am hoping the new chapter you are beginning will be an exciting one! -
06/26/2019
Jackie Betz has made a donation of $ 75
May you find comfort and peace in your situation. -
06/25/2019
Kevin Robson has made a donation of $ 100
Linda, You are in my thoughts and prayers. Get well soon . -
06/24/2019
Mark Yow has made a donation of $ 100
Linda, sure missing working with you. You are in my prayers. -
06/24/2019
Joe Mohr has made a donation of $ 100
Linda, Wishing you the very best. Get Well Soon!!! -
06/24/2019
John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home, Inc. has made a donation of $ 500
Linda, you are certainly in our thoughts and prayers. Best wishes from the Santeiu Family and Staff. -
06/24/2019
Stephanie McHenry has made a donation of $ 100
Miss you Linda. Don't give up. You CAN and WILL beat this. Love you!!! -
06/24/2019
Penny Yemm has made a donation of $ 100
You are a strong person, you can do this. Never, never give up. -
06/21/2019
Jane Seibert has made a donation of $ 50
My prayers and love are with you. -
06/21/2019
Anonymous has made a donation of $ 25
Linda’s calm, steady professionalism helped me out more times than I can count! Praying for you! -
06/21/2019
Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home has made a donation of $ 200
Linda, we have missed your wonderful assistance, guidance and wisdom on business matters. However, we still enjoy our friendship and that will continue always!! Our positive thoughts and prayers will continue. Godspeed! -
06/21/2019
Sue Windisch has made a donation of $ 100
I'm so sorry you have to deal with all of this! I will keep you in my thoughts & prayers! Keep fighting as we would love nothing more than for you to come back to work! Lorna at Huebner asks about you often! -
06/21/2019
Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home Rick & Bill Allyn has made a donation of $ 500
After 15 years of speaking on the phone, this is the first time I've been able to put a face to that voice. It's a pleasure to finally see the person I've been working with all these years. Both Dad (Rick) and I (Bill) wish for you a successful recovery. -
06/21/2019
Fabrice moriaux has made a donation of $ 100
When we set up Giving Compassion we did not plan that we would be using it for such a noble cause ! You've been a rock and you'll beat this stupid thing by knock-out soon because we want you to come back with us with all your talents ! Keep fighting Linda -
06/21/2019
Merriam Hearin has made a donation of $ 100
You are in my prayers as you continue to fight this awful disease. Wishing you the best. -
06/21/2019
Marcia Ross has made a donation of $ 100
Linda: You remain in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Keep fighting! -
06/21/2019
Curt Dailey has made a donation of $ 100
Every little bit helps. I've been thinking about you a lot, lately. Stay positive and know that we're ALL pulling for you!!
Campaign to Benefit Linda Tannahill's Fight Against Cancer
Federated Funeral Directors Of America3201 Old Jacksonville Road
Springfield, IL, 62711
+1 (800) 877-3332
www.federated-funeral.com/
