HATTIESBURG, MS (WDAM) -
Almost a year-and-a-half
ago, Dianne Bennett died from breast cancer.
Rather than questioning her mother's death, Rachel along with her
sister-in-law Gloria decided to think positive and make a difference in the
City of Lumberton.
"One night last August, Gloria and I decided we were going to
do something, and we put together a walk and just honor women and see what came
of it," said Rachel. "We were able to donate a thousand dollars to the cancer
society. People locally just decided there was a need and kept pushing us, and
so we intent to keep going as long as there's a need."
Thanks to all the support, the 2nd Annual Dianne Bennett Memorial
Breast Cancer Walk was celebrated Saturday and continues to help residents in
the community. Not only do Rachel and Gloria help patients with their needs,
but Rachel also wants to help women avoid what her mother went through.
"My mom died because she put off diagnosis for a bunch of
different reasons, but mostly financial," said Rachel. "Our main goal is to
reach women who might put off diagnosis, show them their options, help them get
their diagnosis, and help them get treatment."
For now, Rachel and Gloria thank the City of Lumberton and the
businesses that show their support by having pink shoes in their windows.
Rachel looks forward to many more years of honoring the legacy of
hope her mother began.
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