Event Will Benefit Oak Creek Resident Battling Cancer

A benefit for Chris Snow, an Oak Creek resident who was diagnosed in May with stage 4 brain cancer, will be held from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Dec. 3 at the , 8853 S. Howell Ave. 

Snow, 42, has had two surgeries and is continuing his battle against the spreading disease. But due to his aggressive radiation and chemotherapy treatment, he is no longer able to work and has mounting medical bills and daily 24-hour care needs.

Organizers of the benefit are asking residents to help raise money for Snow and his wife Michelle, son Noah (6) and daughter Ava (3) during their time of need.

The event will include a pasta dinner along with a silent auction and raffle items.

The following is taken from a letter regarding the benefit:

"Chris Snow, an AMAZING father, husband, co-worker and best friend that you could ever ask for. A man’s generosity and kindness that has touched the lives of those around him both close friends and mere acquaintances. A man who would always put others first. Chris is now in need of our help. Chris was diagnosed with Glioblastoma Multiforme (brain cancer). After going through two major brain surgeries in attempt to remove the cancerous tumors, he is now undergoing radiation and chemo therapy. Through all of this it has left him unable to work and needing 24 hour care. The therapies are taxing on Chris both physically and financially. Please help us reach out to Chris and his family to help offset the financial burden.   

"There will be a benefit for Chris and his family at Salvation Army Community Center on Saturday, December 3, 2011. At this time we are asking for help in any way that you can. We are looking for donations towards the benefit, items for a silent auction or raffle, and / or cash gifts are greatly appreciated. We know times are tough for all right now, but this is a time to reflect on how blessed we all are to have our health. If you can find away to reach out and help it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

"If you need to contact someone in regards to the benefit please call:

"Tracy Ollech, (414) 418-5509 or woober0820@yahoo.com.

"Heather Walek, (262) 898-0555 or kwalek@wi.rr.com."