May 12, 2026
A Pasco County woman who spent more than two decades fighting breast cancer has died, months after sharing her story with the community and raising support for families facing cancer.WATCH: Pasco community mourns death of woman who battled cancer for more than 20 years Pasco community mourns death of woman who battled cancer for more than 20 yearsLast fall, Pasco County reporter Erik Waxler introduced viewers to Denise, who was first diagnosed with breast cancer 22 years ago, before the disease returned after more than a decade in remission.The West Pasco Pinellas Business Association told Waxler Tuesday, saying, "Denise was a friend to many and loved by all. Her strength, spirit, kindness, humor, resilience, and that beautiful smile... left a lasting mark on this community and on every life she touched."The organization said Denises family plans to use money from a memorial fund to help local families impacted by cancer. ...read more read less
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