Hey, I am Paul, a retired U.S. Air Force veteran, and I’m reaching out with my wife, Elizabeth, for your help. In April 2021, while working as a Senior IT Manager at Honnen Equipment in Colorado, I was diagnosed with head and neck squamous cell cancer, starting in a lymph node in my right neck. This news hit us hard, but Elizabeth’s unwavering support has been my rock. As a nutritional counselor and massage therapist, she immediately changed our diet, cutting out carbs and sugar, and stood by me as we sought non-traditional options, refusing to let this disease define our future.
Over the years, we’ve faced numerous challenges—initial oncologists who dismissed integrative care, IV mistletoe therapy that couldn’t keep up with the cancer’s growth by summer 2021, and a grueling low-dose chemo and radiation regimen starting in November 2021. The tumor grew painfully large, clamping my jaw shut, forcing me onto temporary disability. Elizabeth’s encouragement and tireless research kept me going, even as the cancer spread to my sinus cavity in 2022, requiring more treatments, and later to my sternum in 2023 and lungs in 2024. Each setback brought fear, but her faith and love reminded me of what we’re fighting for.

Now, in March 2025, a recent scan shows the tumors in my lungs have grown, leaving us searching for hope.
We’ve found Verthermia, a breakthrough Hyperthermia Cancer treatment that uses targeted heat to destroy cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue. This therapy, not widely available, offers a shorter, focused approach—unlike other options that would separate us for months—giving us real hope that I can overcome this cancer. Elizabeth’s belief in this treatment and her constant presence have deepened our resolve, as we dream of me regaining my energy to hike, cycle, and enjoy life with her again.

I’m currently dealing with painful coughing fits from cancer and mucus in my lungs, but it’s Elizabeth’s strength and love that keep me steady.
After becoming unemployed in 2024, we’ve struggled financially, relying on savings, friends, family, and short-term work through my LLC, but those resources are running thin. We’re asking for your support to raise $150,000 to cover Verthermia, ongoing care, travel, and our living expenses while I focus on treatment. This would lift a heavy burden, allowing us to pursue this promising therapy together. We’re grateful for everyone who has prayed, donated, and encouraged us, and we trust in God’s guidance. Your prayers for healing, strength, and peace mean everything to us.

Whether you can contribute financially or not, please share this campaign with your friends and keep us in your prayers. Every donation brings us closer to helping Paul defeat this cancer and return to the life we cherish together. Thank you for standing with us.

In addition to donating here, there are other ways you can support us:
Hire Paul as an Independent Contractor: Visit www.paulitconsulting.com to learn about Paul’s IT consulting services and consider hiring him for short-term projects, helping us financially while supporting his skills.
Share the Story to Build Traction: Spread the word on social media, email, or community networks using this campaign link https://www.gofundme.com/f/back-paul-on-the-path-to-recoverydefeat-cancer-together, and tag relevant groups or individuals to increase awareness and support.

Additional Fundraisers: Check out other fundraising efforts at https://www.givesendgo.com/PaulsStory to contribute or learn more about our community initiatives.