Wendell is
Blood Cancer United

Snapshot of Wendell standing with his wife, a cancer survivor

Wendell Ison was diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) on June 6, 2006. It was through his own battle that he decided to create the team known as "Wendell's Warriors" as a way to give back and make a difference in people's lives by raising money for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society (LLS).

This year Wendell's Warriors sponsored their second annual Gospel Sing at Staffordsville Freewill Baptist Church Youth Center. We had great attendance with over 100 people there. We are anxious to go to Pikeville, KY for the Light the Night Walk. It will be our second year there and we are expecting a wonderful time.

We are still raising money for the Light The Night Walk. Hope to see you in Pikeville!

Wendell

CLL Survivor

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Fred

non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) and chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

Two runners celebrate together while crossing a city race course, an image reflecting blood cancer awareness, endurance events, and community support.

Deb

Family member, volunteer, supporter/donor

Arturo Pierre, a middle aged black man bald with mustache and beard wearing black glasses and a grey suite and white shirt sitting on steps

Arturo Pierre

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

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Norman

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL)

A runner wearing a purple Team In Training jersey and hat proudly holds up a finisher’s medal and a race cup, standing beneath a bright Disney Marathon Weekend sign. Sunlight shines across the scene, highlighting the determination and joy in this celebratory moment—capturing the spirit of hope, strength, and solidarity shared by those running to support people affected by blood cancer.

Carol

Family member and supporter

A blood cancer patient stands in a driveway at sunset holding a road bike, wearing a helmet, cycling jersey, and shorts, with a white pickup truck and suburban homes in the background, conveying strength, activity, and determination.

Philip

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

Headshot of Mike, a CLL Survivor

Mike

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

Headshot of Angela in front of books in library, a cancer survivor

Angela

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

Smiling mature man wearing red shirt and glasses in front of row of boats

Marty

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

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Jay

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

Blood cancer survivor wearing a light-colored jacket stands outdoors at night holding a glowing white lantern and a blue light stick. At Light The Night. Behind them is a large illuminated inflatable sign that reads “FIGHT” in bold red letters, set against a dark background with trees faintly visible.

Tracey

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

A cyclist stands outdoors beside a bicycle, wearing a neon green jacket, black shorts, helmet, sunglasses, and patterned black socks. They smile at the camera with a waterfront marina full of sailboats and a large building in the background. The scene includes large trees with exposed roots and another person sitting on a bench with a bicycle nearby, suggesting a sunny, recreational outing in a coastal setting.

Malcolm

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

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