02-11-2010 - Karen Klein Whelan
Our classmate Karen Klein Whelan has become ill with cancer. Â Carol Ward Outtrim e-mailed Ray Esterly on February 8, 2010, with news of Karen's illness and asked that he share that with the class. Â We are posting Carol's message here so that it can be shared with those who may not have received Ray's e-mail. Â To quote Carol:
'We need to have some good prayers for Karen. She just found out 4 weeks ago that she has Lung Cancer. She is in Chemo right now and doing pretty good. She is responding so far and they will know more in about 3 weeks how the treatments are working . Â I will keep you posted on her progress. Â Thanks to everyone for their love and concern for her and her family.'
On February 11, 2010, Carol replied: 'Yes, to all of the above (to post news of Karen's illness on our website and suggest cards be sent). It would mean a lot to Karen and it would help give her more courage. Â She has many Friends and Family in her area and she is very happy for that. The more the better....She has a very strong faith and that helps.'
If you can, please send a card to Karen. Â Show her that we care as individuals and as a class. Â Karen's address is:
            Karen Whelan
            15402 99th Ave. E.
            Puyallup WA 98375-6615
You can also find Karen's address on our website, www.salemhighschool1959.com, under the "Contact Classmates" heading.