A Mother’s Valiant Fight

Juana Castillo’s diagnosis came earlier this year, with her daughter, Maria Castillo, sharing the news of her mother’s condition in February. Despite undergoing chemotherapy in March, Juana’s health rapidly declined due to liver failure, highlighting the aggressive nature of gallbladder cancer, which, according to recent studies, frequently enough presents with advanced stages at diagnosis, impacting treatment outcomes.

unfulfilled Hope for Specialized Treatment

The family had launched a fundraising campaign to facilitate Juana’s transfer to a specialized treatment center in Kansas, hoping for a miraculous recovery. Regrettably, despite their best efforts and the generosity of the community, Juana passed away on the evening of April 14, just hours after being discharged from the hospital.

“thank you all for your donations and prayers,” María said in an emotional message. “Even though we fail to make the trip, we still ask for its support to be able to take it home.”

The Urgent Need for Repatriation Support

Now,the castillo family faces a new and pressing challenge: securing the necessary funds to transport Juana’s remains to Mexico. Her eldest daughter and other family members await her arrival, wishing to give her a proper farewell and burial in her homeland. The financial burden of international repatriation can be important, often placing immense strain on grieving families.

How to Help

The family is gratefully accepting donations to help cover the costs of transporting Juana Castillo’s remains to Mexico. Individuals who wish to offer their support can contribute through their Gofundme page. Every donation, no matter the size, will help bring Juana home and provide her family with closure during this difficult time.