One cancer diagnosis in any family is difficult enough but imagine having two immediate family members battling cancer at the same time. It's a challenge a Victor family knows firsthand.

"We go through everything together. We share everything. We just feel we've got this battle ahead of us and we're going to fight," said Julie DiSanto.

"I remember vividly asking God to give me the cancer and take it away from her. Which is kind of ironic," Tim DiSanto said.

Ironic because a month later Tim noticed a growth in his lower abdomen. Only 45-years-old, he was diagnosed with colon cancer.

"I remember putting my head in my hands and saying this can't be happening. This just can't be happening," Julie said.

Through surgeries, and treatments the couple took care of each other and the family. They hope to set an example for their three kids.

"Make this impact a positive one. You know where they can learn resilience learn compassion, and learn to fight the good fight," said Julie.

This fight is far from over. Julie's cancer has spread. Follow-up radiation treatments have made it impossible for her to return to work.

"With her being a music therapist, a musician, if she didn't have the use of her voice she could essentially become disabled," Tim said.

To make matters worse Tim's father recently died from prostate cancer. No matter what lies ahead the couple is focusing on the good things.

"We have a new mantra. It is what it is. And we're going to move on. And so far we've done that and then some," said Julie.

To help the DiSanto family deal with future expenses, a fundraiser will be held Saturday, beginning with a golf tournament at 1 p.m. and followed at 6:30 p.m. by a dinner, both at the Clifton Springs Country Club.

Donations are also being accepted at all 23 Canandaigua National Bank branches throughout the region.

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