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BY PAT VAN DYKE He discovered that the most promising pro-
COLUMNIST, THE FRIDAY FLYER cedures are available in Mexico. Many are
Most will agree that Canyon Lake is an amazing place to live. based on Gerson Therapy, an alternative
When one considers the many amenities, clubs and organiza- therapy which aims to rid the body of toxins
tions; there is a plethora of “things to do.” But none are as touch- and strengthen the body’s immune system
ing as watching the Canyon Lake community rally around one through an organic, plant-based diet, raw
of their own when there is a need. juices and natural supplements. Greg has
Greg Hupe is one such person. decided that this will be his next attack on
Greg has been part of the Canyon Lake community since he the cancer that is afflicting his body.
was a teenager. In 1986, his father moved to Canyon Lake be- Being a person who fights his battles
cause of the many amenities that were available for himself and head-on, Greg is seeking support through a
his 16-year-old son. During his teen years, Greg could be found GoFundMe page to help cover the 21-day,
in the pool, skiing on the lake, fishing off one of the docks, or $35,000 treatment available at CHIPSA
taking in a round of golf. Hospital, Jardines Del Sol Playas, Tijuana,
Greg’s family has a strong Canyon Lake background. His sis- Mexico.
ter Megan grew up and lived in Canyon Lake for 26 years. The Greg knows that he is not fighting this
family has been a part of the Boat Parade, Golf Cart Parade, battle alone. Standing by his side is his fi-
Family Golf Tournaments and many other activities. ancé Lisa and her four children. Lisa, Greg’s
From personal experience, Greg knows that the best thing primary caregiver, is also a physician’s assis-
about living in Canyon Lake are the supportive friends and fam- tant and very familiar with the workings of
ilies. This past week he stated, “I love to go to the lodge and the medical community. As he continues to
country club and see so many familiar faces of my supportive receive an amazing amount of support from
friends.” his family and Canyon Lake friends, Greg ex-
And this is exactly what Greg needs at this time: supportive claims, “I love them all!”
friends and family members that lift him up daily in prayer. When one considers the support that he
In January 2018, Greg wasn’t feeling well and checked in a has received in the past few weeks, the
local emergency room. He was treated and sent home only to conclusion must be made that Greg has the
return to the emergency room a day later. Further tests indicated most wonderful support team ever. Canyon
that there was a blockage in his bladder which warranted im- Lake Family Golf, of which Greg and his fam-
mediate surgery. ily have been members for over 20 years, heads
During the surgery, the doctors discovered cancer in his blad- the list by having hosted a golf tournament to help
der which had metastasized to his intestines. Only a few minutes fund Greg’s medical expenses. This was followed
after the doctors had made the discovery, Greg’s intestines burst. by Canyon Lakers, Scott and Pam Ellis establish-
Because of the severity of the cancer, he was then hospitalized ing a meal train which Greg shares has been such
for six weeks. a blessing to the family.
Greg’s amazing amount of drive put him on a quest to find the When Canyon Lakers Paul and Nikki Holm
best location for treatment which gave the most hope. He found heard about the meal train, they signed up. Instead
City of Hope in Duarte, California, and soon placed himself un- of dropping off a meal to Greg, they invited him
der the care of the comforting medical team. and his family to their home for dinner. When
Under the care of City of Hope, Greg received 10 radiation Greg arrived, he found more than 40 Canyon Lake
treatments and multiple chemotherapy sessions. His friends and Family Golf friends gathered to celebrate his birth-
family provided transportation for the 90-minute drive from day. “I was completely shocked,” he said. “The num-
Canyon Lake to City of Hope. ber of friends and family that showed up was amaz-
Greg found the City of Hope team to be uplifting and pro- ing. I felt humbled and blessed.”
vided for him a positive atmosphere while he fought the cancer. This past week, Greg was presented with financial
Chemotherapy did slow the growth of the tumor and Greg is cur- funding from the Canyon Lake Junior Women’s Club. Canyon Laker
rently waiting for the results of the radiation; however, recently When asked where he finds his strength and posi- Greg Hupe was
it was discovered that the cancer has now reached his brain. tive attitude as he continues his battle against can- diagnosed with
Six weeks ago, with these latest facts in hand, the medical cer, he cites from his family, friends and the Lord. bladder cancer
team at City of Hope gave Greg the dim news that he could no Greg credits his mother for his relationship with which metas-
longer tolerate additional chemotherapy and that his life could Jesus, his father for the advice of “never feel sor- tasized to his
end in two to five months. ry for yourself” and his fellow cancer survivors intestines and
Greg, being one that never gives up and knowing that the who give him hope. brain. Greg plans
Lord is on his side, decided to do some of his own research. On What advice does Greg have for others? to fi ght the cancer
the internet, he learned about various alternative treatments for with alterative PHOTO BY PAT VAN DYKE
cancer which have not yet been approved for use in the United “Know Jesus, then you will know that all treatments in
States. uuCONTINUED PAGE A17 Mexico.