Community shows for #AveryStrong
•April 1, 2026•
by DM Williamee
Pictured L-R, back row: Zak Hunnicutt, Joyce Bell, Clayton Mudd, Kelly Lane, Avery Willoughby, Landon Willoughby, Kathy Smith, Leland Willoughby, and Jo Willoughby.
Front: (kneeling) Brandon Babb, Austin Babb, Alice Moore, Lucy Shepard, and Tracy Willoughby.
On Saturday, March 28th, at the Sullivan American Legion, the community showed its support for local Avery Willoughby, who is currently battling metastatic carcinoma. Metastatic carcinoma is a cancer that originated in epithelial tissues (carcinoma) and has migrated, most commonly to the bones, liver, or lungs. Despite the grueling treatments and long road ahead, Avery keeps his spirits high, always with a ready smile for anyone.
Wearing custom T-shirts with #AveryStrong, locals supported Avery and his family through T-shirt sales, a silent auction, and a 50/50 raffle, while enjoying a pulled pork and spaghetti dinner. All proceeds will go directly toward Avery’s medical expenses, travel for treatments, and recovery care. As Tracy shared, “Family Strong backed by surrounding communities; we will win this Fight.”