Bryan's Run

Larry was just 48 yrs old when he was diagnosed with metastatic colon cancer. That was in August 2005, six months after marrying his wife Laura. Next was surgery, then chemo and in April 2007, another tumor was found in his pelvis. More chemo and now radiation prepared him for a radical surgery in Boston to remove and treat the tumor. This took Larry virtually 6 months to regroup from and unfortunately to no avail. In July 2008, his pelvic tumor returned as he also understood he had cancer lesions in his liver. He currently receives maintenance chemo as more surgery or radiation is not an option. To meet Larry, you wouldn't guess he is ill as he just looks like a big guy with a buzz cut and head turning smile. He virtually glows as he discusses plans for his tattoo, basement bar, and upcoming motorcycle season. Larry is super social amongst his family and friends and was happy to see his daughter graduate, and one marry. He was pumped to make it to Sturgis with the guys Aug. 2008. Though Larry deals from surgical and chemo side effects daily, somehow, he manages to reach his hand out to others in need. "This is my life now." "I have too much to live for." "If it wasn't for my wife, I wouldn't be here now." Larry is very open about discussing his illness as he feels it may "help other people that are going through cancer treatment."