The MDS Foundation proudly partners with the following organizations
The MDS Foundation proudly partners with the following organizations
Phone within the US
1-(800)-637-0839Outside the US only
1-(609)-298-1035Address
The MDS Foundation
228 Park Ave S
PMB 118983
New York
NY 10003-1502
The MDS Foundation is a global nonprofit 501(c)(3) advocacy organization (EIN 22-3283911), supporting patients, families, and healthcare providers in the fields of MDS and related diseases for over 30 years.
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1938 - 2018
Otto Ryan “Papa” Szanto, 80, went peacefully to be with Jesus at Hospice of Marion County, Ocala, FL on November 8, 2018, from complications related to his 20+ year battle with Myelodysplastic Syndrome blood cancer.
He is survived by wife Gloria Somerruk Szanto, son Terry Szanto (Louise) in Texas, daughter Lisa Vraniak (Len) in Illinois, stepdaughters Renee Arnett (Trey) and Sherry Kendrick (Dale) of Ocala, 9 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and mother of his children Nancy Marsh Szanto of Daytona Beach. Ryan was born in Daytona Beach in 1938 and graduated from Mainland Senior HS in 1956, then enlisted in the Navy for 22 years, retiring as Radioman Chief Petty Officer. He was active in Boy Scouts of America as Scoutmaster, District Commissioner, Camp Shands Director from 1984-87, Wood Badge Instructor, and recognized with the Silver Beaver Award for distinguished service to the Overseas Direct Council.
Consider making a donation in memory of Otto Ryan. Your contribution will not only pay tribute to their life but also support ongoing efforts in the fight against MDS. Every donation is a heartfelt way to remember and make a positive impact in their name.
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