Courier Leader: Paw Paw blood drive honors kindergarten cancer patient
Kevin Linder of Paw Paw was diagnosed with cancer when he was 2 years old. It’s been in transmission twice but has now returned. The community is rallying around Kevin.
Excerpt: Administrators, teachers and families from Kevin’s school are reaching out to show their support. “Although Kevin’s treatment and care is currently preventing him from attending school, his school family embraces the opportunity to provide him and his family support during this difficult time,” said Paw Paw Early Elementary Principal Melissa Dahlinger. “We are honored to show our support for Kevin and others in need of blood through this blood drive.”
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Source: Paw Paw Courier Leader
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