Rockford woman dying of cancer asks for community’s support with final wish

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) – Christy Schroeder chuckles looking through old photos beside her daughter. Laying in her hospital bed, the mom flips through memories of trips to Disney World, a visit to the mall with her granddaughter and selfies from healthier times.

The pair dropped their phones turned to one another; Amanda Deringer held her mom’s hand.

“I love you so much,” said Amanda. “You took care of me.” Amanda describes her mom as a true caregiver.

“What’s not to love. I mean, she’s compassionate.” Later a somber Christy responded to the characterization…

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