IAFF Brother Manuel Martinez's mother Dorothy Baca-Martinez will be undergoing surgery next week in Minnesota. Mrs. Martinez has been battling Pancreatic Cancer since her diagnosis in August 2015.  After multiple rounds of chemotherapy and radiation, Mrs. Martinez has received the amazing news that a Dr. and his team will perform surgery in an attempt to remove her tumor.  She and members of the family, including Manuel, will stay in Minnesota for six weeks during her recovery.  All donations raised will assist her with out of pocket surgery costs and travel/housing expenses. The IAFF Local 244 Executive Board is asking the membership to donate to the Martinez family and pray for a successful recovery. Please click link below to make a donation: https://www.gofundme.com/dorothyschance