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Show 2A Lakeside Review North, Wednesday, May 9, 1984 Needs Operation Coming Events Cancer Summer Reading Program Planned and the medication could endanger his life. Within 12 hours, Jeffs condithe over ROY Hanging ' tion had improved dramtically. Bemie and in couch Evalyn each branch library. ; Storybook characters includliving room is a family For the first time in more than The program will run for sevViola Miss and Clavel Miss ing photograph. It shows eight smil- two weeks he was able to sleep. Swamp will be visiting the Davis en weeks and registration will ing children ranging in age from It was decided he should go to County libraries in the Danger begin on May 29 and continue the University of Utah Hospital 6 to 20. Maze II summer reading pro- - until June 9. where the diagnosis of lymphostill third child, their Jeff, Danger Maze II will start on smiles gram for children. ma was eventually confirmed his has he when picture The program, entitled Dan-- t June 19 at the north branch in and life takes no chemotherapy began. longer taken, but he ger Maze II: A Summer Reading Clearfield from 2 p.m. to 3:30 It was a relief to finally find for granted. Last fall, Jeff was diAt each the south children Tuesday. p.m. Adventure, will give agnosed as having lymphoma or out what was wrong since that an opportunity to interview branch in Bountiful, the promeant they could start doing cancer of the lymph system. these characters and discover lit- - gram will run on Wednesdays was A the something to make Jeff feel betmonth family ago, secrets about their beginning June 20 from 2 p.m. told that the show ter, said Mrs. Johnson. The tests latest to 3:30 p.m. At the Headquarters lives and times. Jeffs cancer is a more aggres- worst part was seeing him in terChildren will also play a vari- - Branch in Farmington, the proserious type of lymphoma rible pain and just having to gram will also start on June 20 sive, the ety of musical instruments, than original diagnosis indi- watch. simple food dishes, make and be held Wednesdays from cated. Doctors recommended For Jeff, the worst part is the puppets and explore crafts, and 10:30 a.m. until noon. because of the marrow a bone he have that chemotherapy For further information, conlearn about hobbies and collec- nausea that follows. Like the as soon as possible. transplant - tact Gladys Smith at North ; tions. All programs will be strucThe disease first appeared in cancer itself, he chooses to view Branch Marilyn tured to promote reading. August. Jeff discovered a lump it as an obstacle to be overcome Children must be at least 7 Getts at South Branch as quickly as possible. and Pete Giacoma or under his arm. He said it hurt years old to participate and regu-- . He often comes home from We lifted he when things. larly scheduled storyhours for Dena Billings at Headquarters muscle treatments, from was it gets sick a few times thought younger children will continue at strain because one of his sum- depending on how bad his reacmer jobs required a lot of heavy tion is, and goes out to babysit the next night, said his mother. lifting, said Mrs. Johnson. Despite the torments of his illJeff, a junior at Roy High Jeff is still able to laugh. two ness, continued School, working CLEARFIELD Beginning Girardo, Julie Skipper, Marci and intermediate music students Chesser, Kerry Presnell, Jenna jobs. He also ran five miles a One time I was babysitting and of Cheryl Bradley, 1392 No. 550 Bowen, Carrie and Stacey Flint, day as part of his training for the the kids were getting real ornery so I challenged them to a wrescross country team. W., Clinton, will be featured in a Mckay Garfield, Michelle Johnmatch. I said they could went weeks After several tling by, 7:30 recital at and and Matthew Amy p.m. son, tonight piano Jeff was still complaining about even pull my hair. One of the at the Davis County North Wheately. soreness and the lump hadnt kids took me up on it, grabbed a Branch Library, auditorium, 562 Mrs. Bradley will also perform So. 1000 E., Clearfield. gone away so we took him to the handful and ended up with my doctor, said Mrs. Johnson. wig in his hand. That really BROTHER AND SISTER Jeff and Allison Johnson look Among the performers are during the program of popular The classical and They ran all kinds of tests, but calmed him down in a hurry, compositions. Megan and Amber Allen, Julia over a book together in the family living room in Roy. said Jeff who has lost all of his everything came out negative. Westover, Halley and Angela public is invited at no charge. Then Jeff started running a hair due to side effects of cheJeff said his goals were to let- into an extremely serious form" 105 continof that motherapy. temperature ;ter in cross country, get a 3.8 of leukemia if we dont go for it. We can either laugh or cry G PA, get a superior rating in With the treatment, statistics inued for two weeks. His doctor referred him to a specialist in about : whats happening. We choir; qualify for the all state dicate Jeff has a 30 to 50 percent Salt Lake City who said he had a might as well laugh whenever we choir and go on a mission when chance of beating the cancer, " An open house at the head librarian of the Southwest ROY ( malignancy, but lab tests still can because it makes Jeff feel he is 19. He has been able to said Johnsom Southwest Branch Library in Branch; Jane Renstrom, chairshowed negative results. better, said Mrs. Johnson. achieve all but one. Board A gentle, man of of the for is young Library Tuesday, planned 'Roy admitwas On Jeff October 20, chairNaturally there are times , Jeff does it by sheer willpower man, Jeff is determined to conMay 15, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. to Trustees; Robert Hunter, ted to McKay Dee Hospital when it gets tough, when your and by scheduling his chemoquer the powerful enemy that officially dedicate the librarys man of the Weber County Comwhere it was discovered his body emotions are so overloaded that therapy treatments around Director renand has brutalized his body, but not mission, $60,000 Library completed recently was riddled with tumors. The tu- you have to vent them. But we school commitments. This little his spirit. Id ovation. Jeffery Kahn. Books can be rejust like to hurry Brief welcoming remarks will turned and checked out during mors caused his eyes to swell try to keep, things as normal as guy has only missed two conand have the transplant so I up shut and made it impossible for possible and act, rather than re- - certs the whole year, said Ster- can get on with my life. Im be given by Nancy Martinez, the open house. him to walk or sleep because of act. J ling Morris, Roy Highs choir tired of not being able to do all Hanging next to Jeffs bed are director. Hes an incredible kid the things I could before. excruciating pain. d mottoes that who never quits. Jeffs room was filled with two Allison, Jeffs sister, Prior to March, Jeffs medical will be the bone marrow donor specialists. It got to be like a pa- sum up his decision about how ' LAYTON The Council of May 12, 9 a.m.-- 4 p.m. rade. First one would go in, ex- he will live each day of life repicture was serious, but doctors since tests show she is the closest Catholic Women of St. Rose of Food and drinks will be availamine Jeff and then take me maining for him. One says were feeling optimistic about his match among family members. Lima Church, 85 Church St, able. Proceeds from the sale will aside and ask me to walk to the Lengthen your stride and the progress. Then came a major set- Hopefully in Jeff, Alback. Layton, rummage sale Friday, benefit the ladies organization in elevator with him. They all had other says I believe in miraV lison and their parents will fly to the same message.' Medically, cles. ; May 1 1, noon to 6 and Saturday, conducting charity work. We went out the night of Seattle where the transplant is to Before he got sick, Lenthen March 24. When we got home, take place. , there was nothing they could do for him, said Johnson. your stride was his special Jeff met us at the door looking As they have throughout the Jeffs parents did the only source of inspiration, said Mrs. white as a sheet. He told us that nine month ordeal, the Johnsons thing left. They prayed for him Johnson. I was going to make it he had discovered a small lump will rely on their strong religious On Tuesday, May 15, the ton. This class is open to everyas they sat by his bed, holding up for him as a Christmas presin his neck, said Johnson. faith and their family and Council of Catholic Women is one. ent. After we found out what In less than a week the pea- friends to endure what lies was wrong I thought maybe it sized lump grew to cover one ahead. offering a first aid class sponTopics covered will be bleedtreatshock sored by the Red Cross. and would put too much pressure on side of his neck. Tests showed ing bandaging, People often come up to us him. He said, Mom, Im not Jeffs cancer had reoccurred. ment, mouth to mouth and say they hope it comes out surIt will be from 9 p.m. in the resuscitation, and a with the specialists OK, said Johnson. No matter giving up. Make it for me, but I Together church hall, 85 Church St., Lay- - vival kit. want the one about miracles we made the decision to try a how it comes out, it will be OK .. too. bone marrow transplant. Jeffs because we believe one day well One look at his school achievetype of lymphoma can develop all be together. ments and it is clear Jeff hasnt given up. His eyes filling with The Layton position on the proposed delay LAYTON tears, Bemie Johnson recalled a chapter of the Utah Federation in the cost of living increases for family meeting held of NARFE will meet Monday, retired federal workers. even though the exact type of ' last summer before Jeffs illness cancer had not been pinpointed was diagnosed. May 14 at 1:15 p.m. in the Northeast comer of Layton City Mayor Lewis G. Shields, chapHall. ter president, urges all federal reHoward Rigtrup, executive as- tirees to attend their local sistant to Congressman Jim chapter meetings and become inHansen will discuss Hansens formed. ; SHELLEY KANCITIS Review Correspondent , Joh-so- ns tie-kno- pre-pa- re . (825-6662- ), (295-8732- ), . (451-2322- ). Piano Recital Set Tonight -, Roy Library Event Dated . soft-spok- en . V- - St. Rose of Lima Sets Sale , cross-stitche- mid-Jun- e, , - First Aid Course May 15 7-- 72-ho- ur Federal Retirees to Meet goal-setti- Fund Established To Help Johnsons Focus on Worth Is Topic ROY The term catastrophic illness is often used to describe a disease as serious as Jeff Johnsons case of lymphoma. It is, not only catastrophic in terms of the patients physical condition.; It can also bring financial devastation to whomever is responsible for the bills. Aside from Jeffs well being, money is the hardest part . of this for me to deal with. Im used to being self sufficient and taking care of my family without having to ask for help, said Bemie John- CLEARFIELD Focus On Country Garden Restaurant, Comparable Worth is the topic .Clearfield. t Toni Weight, associate dean of Also at this meeting, election students at Weber State College, officers will be held. of ; will address at a dinner meeting J of the Lakeview Business and Reservations may be made by j Professional Womens Organizacalling Rita Fairbourn, tion Thursday, May 10, at the or Lillian Clark, ' I 627-245- 773-221- 8, 7. Kaysville Needs Guides KAYSVILLE The Daughters of the Utah Pioneers are looking for people interested in becoming tour guides for the annual Kaysville historic tours. The tours are held in conjunction with the July 4 celebration. The tours by air conditioned van, begin at 8, 9, 10, and 11 a.m. and last approximately one hour. Two guides are needed for each tour. Anyone desiring training as a tour guide may contact Roselyn Slade, president of DUP, at 544-383- son. Few families could face the financial demands the Johnsons will have without help. They are already several thousand dollars in debt due to medical expenses not covered ' by insurance. American Cancer Society representatives have told 5. Photo Workshop Planned The Utah State University Exstaff will conduct a tension ; beginners photography workshop at the south and north branches of the Davis County Library. and class For tinformation call Mrs. Norma :Dalton, instructor, at 2 According to Mrs. Dalton, classes will be held at the North Branch Library at Clearfield, 562 :S. 1000 E., on May 10, 17, 24, land 31, from p.m. I May 9, 16, 23 and 30 are the ; dates for the South Branch Library, 725 S. Main, Bountiful, from p.m. Vacations are coming up, said Mrs. Dalton, and many : families lose a lot of money in ' processing fees for poor pictures. ;Our goal is to help people to learn how to take better pictures and avoid some common pho1 4-- H 451-341- leaders and want to help members develop their photography skills. 4-- H ILaEiesM them to expect from $20,000 to $50,000 in living expenses their mandatory during stay in Washington for the bone marrow transplant. Expenses for Jeffs illness, including medical costs not covered by; insurance, may eventually reach almost $100,000. Johnson has also had to use much of his leave time from his job as coordinator of the general education program at the Weber Basin Job Corps Center. He may have to take leave without pay depending on how long he is needed in Seattle. For those who want to help Jeff Johnson, an account has been established in his name at Citizens Bank in Roy. There will also be a benefit concert for Jeff at Roy High. 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