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GoFundMe established for Marshall Watkins

Marshall Watkins and his family. (GoFundMe Photo)

• Funds will help family following cancer diagnosis

GOFUNDME LINK FOR MARSHALL WATKINS

A GoFundMe fundraiser has been set up for Marshall Watkins, a former Star Valley resident who is now facing a battle with Thyroid Cancer. Watkins’ wife, Ashley, said he was admitted to the hospital on May 26 to find out his kidneys and liver are shutting down, receiving a diagnosis of Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS). In addition, he was diagnosed with Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma, or Thyroid Cancer.

According to Ashley, Marshall have surgery to remove parts or will need a kidney transplant in all of his Thyroid.
the next ten years, and will also As Marshal undergoes treatment, surgeries and recovery, he will be unable to work. He was the main provider for his family, including four young children between the ages of one and nine. Donated funds will be used by the family to help cover medical expenses and supplement for lost income.

Marshall graduated from Star Valley High School in 2013. He was part of the Braves football and wrestling teams.

The fundraiser can be found here.

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