It is with heavy heart and great sadness that we announce the death of BCAN co-founder and board member, John Quale. John was diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2000, and since then had been a tireless advocate for new treatment options and increased research. He and his wife, BCAN president Diane Zipursky Quale, founded the organization three years ago to shine a light on this often ignored disease.
In his professional life, John was a prominent communications attorney and partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, but it was John’s courage and strength in how he battled bladder cancer that will remain a remarkable example and legacy of hope for all who walk this path. His death leaves a hole in our bladder cancer family but his life serves as motivation to continue our important work.
Our thoughts are with Diane and their family at this difficult time. A memorial service was held on Wednesday, July 2 at the National Press Club in Washington, DC. Memorial donations may be made to BCAN http://www.bcan.org/
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