Anna Barrett has been a friend to many and supporter of the DDCC since before the Rose City Round Up existed (when the show was Night of the Driven Dead). Her support extends to multiple members, their families, and the activities they are involved in. She is also well known and loved by other car clubs as she supports their shows and individual endeavors.

Anna has been a long term nanny for multiple families but soon after her 38th birthday in October she began experiencing extreme stomach pain and was hospitalized most of December. After 3 months of tests and diagnostics, it was revealed that she has a 4cm mass on her pancreas that is malignant. Chemo treatments for her pancreatic cancer began on March 25th and will continue for several months in an attempt to shrink the mass.

After the chemo treatments are complete she will be scheduled for the Whipple procedure, which is a long, difficult surgery with a 6-7 month recovery.

Anna’s medical bills have begun to roll in for the hospitalizations and testing. Although insurance covers a portion, there is a lot of out-of-pocket to pay. The chemotherapy and surgery component haven’t even entered into the equation yet.

Having been nominated as the charity for this year’s Round Up is humbling and deeply touching to Anna and her parents. They are extremely thankful to our little community for caring enough to support her. Our proceeds will help provide some financial cushion during this emotional and stressful time.