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Law Enforcement
Support Officer Jim Harris & Family: Fighting Cancer with Courage
Law Enforcement
Illness
United States
Illinois
Created February 20th, 2025

Officer Jim Harris has been a dedicated member of the McHenry Police Department and Firefighter/Paramedic at the McHenry Township Fire Protection District for over 25 years. Diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer in October 2023, Jim's journey has taken a devastating turn as a tumor has been found in his brain. Despite his ongoing battle with this illness, Jim continues to work full time while undergoing extensive treatments including 37 rounds of radiation and critical surgeries. Together with his wife Erin, they face overwhelming expenses and travel costs, all while Erin provides unwavering support as Jim's primary caregiver, and she is currently out of benefit time.

Jim is not only a devoted public servant but also a loving father to Jenna (a current senior in high school with plans to attend St. Norbert College in the fall), Andrew (a current 8th grader and Retinoblastoma cancer survivor), and bonus dad to Carter (currently at basic training for the US Coast Guard).

As they navigate these tough times with uncertain future treatments, we ask for your kind support. Your donations will help alleviate the financial burden on the Harris family during this critical time.

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Bill Riggs
Bill Riggs donated $200

As a brother in blue that had the same aggressive cancer that I beat, this hits home. Stay strong brother, keep on with the fight!

1 year ago
Megan & Steve Doherty
Megan & Steve Doherty donated $100
1 year ago
Caroline Balacek
Caroline Balacek donated $100

Wishing you all the best! God bless! ❤️

1 year ago
Emilia Rosado
Emilia Rosado donated $20

Prayers for you and the family 🙏

1 year ago
Sue Kolasinski
Sue Kolasinski donated $30

We are praying for you!❤️

1 year ago
Anonymous
Anonymous donated $100

May our God and Savior, Christ help you and guide you in this fight! Never lose your faith.

1 year ago
Nathan Ostrander
Nathan Ostrander donated $25
1 year ago
Char Werderitch
Char Werderitch donated $25
1 year ago
Kylie Zalewski
Kylie Zalewski donated $200

Prayers to the whole family. So sorry you are going through this.

1 year ago
Kristi Broda
Kristi Broda donated $10
1 year ago

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Support Officer Jim Harris & Family: Fighting Cancer with Courage
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