John's Story

Smith Mountain Lake friend and neighbor, pictured with other Harmony supporters Survivor, small B-cell lymphoma & inspiration for Harmony4Hope

“I am profoundly moved to have the support of Bob and the group of friends and neighbors in the Smith Mountain Lake Community. My lymphoma diagnosis was a long time coming and is a rare type. It very nearly killed me by the time a treatment was found. The ongoing research and support from LRF had a big impact on that.  Research is the only way to save more lives. I am in remission now and doing all that I can to be sure that I fill everyday with moments of living. Even if it means jumping off the Dolomite Mountains in Italy with my friends. (including Bob) I am honored to be part of the ongoing Harmony4Hope Fundraising project to keep advancing the research and saving lives.”

-John Chelberg, April 2025