The Richland County community came together Wednesday evening October 22nd to celebrate Richland County women who defeated breast cancer. Twenty breast cancer survivor honorees attended with family and friends. In addition, the dinner was attended by other breast cancer Survivors, bringing the total number of breast cancer survivors to twenty-seven. The twenty 2025 honorees are listed below.

October 22, 2025…My name is Nikki Rife. I am a 3 year breast cancer survivor. The most difficult thing about diagnosis and treatment was fear of the unknown and finding bras after the mastectomy. I am so grateful for those in my life who supported and continue to support me in the fight_.

October 22, 2025…My name is Toni Daugherty. I am a 5 year breast cancer survivor currently in treatment for recurrence. The most difficult thing about diagnosis and treatment was the unknown initially and now dealing with a recurrence. I am so grateful for my friends, family, church family, and OhioHealth family that has been a tremendous support throughout my journey_.

October 22, 2025…My name is Aggie Howard. I am a 24 year breast cancer survivor. The most difficult thing about diagnosis and treatment was the radiation I had to endure. I am so grateful that I am able to care for myself and enjoy God’s Word daily.

October 22, 2025…My name is Theresa Cains. I am a 5 year breast cancer survivor. The most difficult thing about diagnosis and treatment was the feeling that I was going through it alone. Losing my hair was hard too. I am so grateful to the Pat Kracker Breast Cancer Fund for helping me, and that I have another chance to join so many others who have made it through.