In loving memory of Joan Marie Storey. Born 1950, Died 2011 . Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2006. Joan passed away this past summer from metastasized breast cancer. Our team grieves for the loss of friendship and passion that Joan gave to this breast cancer ministry. We will always love and miss her. Losing Joan to the very disease that she championed to fight only enhances our resolve to help to fight against this enemy of women. We will carry on in her memory. Sleep in peace dearest Joan.

Jeanne is a native Nebraskan and comes to Lincoln from Western Ne. She has loved living in Lincoln for 40 years. Jeanne was diagnosed with breast cancer in August of 2005. She has been married to her high school sweetheart Bill, for 39 years and has two wonderful children, Chere and Mick. And they have blessed her with five cherished grandchildren. Jeanne has worked for Lincoln Public Schools in food service at Southeast High School for 29 years. Jeanne enjoys anything that sparkles and glitters, collects vintage hats, shoes and evening bags, to name a few. She does Womens Ministries, is a church librarian, and secretary for her church. Jeanne loves the Lord and is grateful to Him for his constant manifestations of love to her and her family, especially through the last few years. Jeanne feels that her experience with breast cancer obligates her to help educate other women about this disease.

Helene has lived in Lincoln for almost five years having moved here from the beautiful mountains of east Tennessee. She has been married to her one true love, Keith, for almost 13 years. Between them they have four amazing children and 5 delightful grandchildren. Helene has assisted in Lifestyle Management classes such as "Eight Weeks to Wellness", "C.H.I.P" program and "Eat Your Veggies" seminar. She loves to play in the kitchen and is constantly trying new recipes. She also loves to play with her grandchildren and hiking in the mountains. Helene is a mover and a shaker. She loves to be involved in women's ministries and health programs. Helene has a beautiful relationship with her best friend Jesus.

Audrey comes from North Platte and has lived in Lincoln for nearly 42 years. She has three grown children who have given her five grandchildren to keep her busy. Audrey works for Kohls and finds that her work schedules keep her running. She is a lady who has great wisdom and common sense. She grounds those who call her friend. Audrey is always willing to lend her talents and hard work to make any program a success. Audrey deeply loves the Lord and is a quiet and obedient servant for Him.

Betty and her husband Rich and two sons Chris and Doug moved to Lincoln from the Kansas City area in 1982. Betty was diagnosed with a very serious T4 breast cancer tumor in 1997.  She credits the aggressive treatment as well as fervant prayers for her thirteen-year cancer survival. In August 2009 she retired from the University of NE with 13 years of service and then came out of retirement to return to UNL where she is currently employed. Betty volunteers.She hasserved on the Lincoln Lancaster Co. Great American Smokeout committee,and numerous church committees. Sheled several UNL Making Strides for Breast Cancerwalk teams over six years,and is a certified"CHIP" instructor. She was trained by Dr. Hans Diehl, the founder/Director of theCoronary Health Improvement Project (CHIP), which educates participantsto choose and implement a healthy lifestyle.Betty loves to learn and loves to serve. Due todairy allergies and other food sensitivities she has had to adapt many recipes because she also enjoys eating. She and Rich have been part of a worship team at the Ambassador Care Center for many years. Creative, andskillful with computer graphic software, office technology, and desktop publishing, she also enjoys html/web design."I love being a survivor and I love my Lord!" Betty exclaims, and she looks forward to being a more effective, loving servant for Christ wherever He leads.

Carol is a native of northern Minnesota, coming to Lincoln to study nursing at Union College. She has considered Lincoln her home for 35 years. During this time she has worked as a staff nurse at Saint Elizabeth Regional Medical Center, and for the last 19 years, as an instructor of nursing at Southeast Community College. Carol is a member and has been an officer of several nursing organizations – District 3 of the Nebraska Nurses Association, Sigma Theta Tau, Nu Rho chapter and the National League of Nursing. Carol has been married to Victor for 9 years. Together they have four daughters who have provided 6 grandchildren – the delight of their lives! Carol loves knitting, crocheting and other crafts. She makes many gifts. Nursing has come to mean helping people to restore the image of God in which we were created and which sin has taken away from us. Carol and her husband Victor are involved in Children’s Ministries and a ministry for inmates of the Nebraska Correctional System.