Heartbroken dad of four, 39, told he has just 18 months to live

Heartbroken Father of Four Given Devastating News
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In a heart-wrenching announcement, a 39-year-old father of four, Matt Jones, has been given a bleak prognosis — he has just 18 months to live. The news comes as his battle with bowel cancer takes a turn for the worse, spreading and leaving him with limited time to spend with his loved ones.
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Matt, a painter and decorator from High Halden, Kent, expressed his devastation at the diagnosis, feeling crushed by the uncertainty of his future. The weight of knowing that his two youngest children might not have strong memories of him once he’s gone has been particularly difficult to bear. Despite the overwhelming news, Matt remains determined to cherish the moments he has left with his family.

Initially diagnosed with Stage 3 bowel cancer in June 2023, Matt underwent surgery to remove most of his large bowel and endured six months of grueling chemotherapy. By March 2024, he received the news of remission, offering a glimmer of hope to his family. Unfortunately, that hope was short-lived as a recurrence was detected in December, spreading to his liver and rendering surgery no longer an option.

The emotional toll of the recent prognosis has left Matt and his wife Nicki in a state of shock. Still grappling with the news themselves, they face the difficult task of breaking it to their four young children — eight-year-old William, five-year-old Isabelle, and 20-month-old twins Esme and Isla. The thought of his youngest children not having lasting memories of him weighs heavily on Matt, making the situation even more heartbreaking.

The past two years have been a challenging ordeal for the Jones family, with both Matt and Nicki facing significant health struggles. Nicki underwent surgery for a glioma brain tumour in 2022 and continues to undergo regular scans for monitoring. Matt’s own health battles began around the time of the twins’ birth, with emergency surgery revealing the life-threatening blockage in his bowel that turned out to be cancer.

Despite the ongoing hardships, the community in High Halden has rallied around the Jones family, showing unwavering support during this tumultuous time. A GoFundMe campaign has been established to help fund a dream holiday to Disneyland for the family, allowing them to create lasting memories together. The outpouring of love and generosity from the community has left Matt feeling overwhelmed by the support.

As Matt navigates this difficult journey, his focus remains on spending quality time with his family and making the most of the precious moments they have together. The uncertainty of the future looms large, but amidst the challenges, the power of community solidarity and love shines brightly for the Jones family.

To support Matt and his family during this challenging time, donations can be made to the GoFundMe page set up to help create meaningful experiences for the Jones family as they navigate this difficult chapter together.

Amidst the sorrow and uncertainty, Matt’s resilience and determination to cherish every moment with his loved ones serve as a poignant reminder of the strength of family bonds in the face of adversity.