Khylee was the perfect mix of princess and tomboy.  She loved dolls and dress-up, but on the other hand, loved hiking, camping, wrestling with her big sister, getting dirty and would never shy away from a snake!

On June 11, 2009, at the age of 4, her world was forever changed! Khylee was diagnosed with an inoperable and incurable tumor in her brainstem (diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma or DIPG) and our family was told that she had just 9 months to live. She endured radiation and chemotherapy treatments, which allowed her to have a few more great months; including a trip to Disneyland courtesy of the Make-A-Wish Foundation…her favorite ride was Pirates of the Caribbean.

Khylee was an inspiration beyond words. Towards the end of her battle, there were moments when a grown adult would’ve been feeling a sense of helplessness and self-pity, but not Khylee, she adapted and kept going. She was still going to play no matter what. That was just her spirit, to never give up, to live each day to the fullest, no matter the limitations.

Khylee courageously battled brain cancer for 10 months. She received her angel wings in April 2010 at the age of 5. She has inspired people across the country to find a cure for pediatric brain cancer and she is just one of the many reasons why we will never stop searching for a cure!

"Our efforts to support help bring an end to this awful disease. Ending the suffering of these children is critical. Any amount, large or small, is so greatly appreciated and brings hope for these children and their families.” - Jackie Harrison-Harmon

Thank you for choosing to donate to The Cure Starts Now Foundation. 100% of this donation, after credit card processing fees, goes directly towards research to find the homerun cure for cancer starting with pediatric brain cancer research.

If you would like to make a donation by mail please send a check to: The Cure Starts Now Foundation; 10280 Chester Road; Cincinnati, OH 45215 and put the child's name in the memo.

The family receives notification of all donations made to this tribute fund automatically.