CONTENTS

Howard Shapiro Acknowledgements

Challis Family Acknowledgements

Photo Credits

Foreword

Introduction

Part 1: Just an Ordinary Boy: Early Struggles Lead to Strong Family Bonds

Part 2: Something’s Not Right: John’s Cancer Diagnosis and Early Battle

Part 3: A Big Heart in a Small Body: John Playing Team Sports

Part 4: Religion: John’s Faith and Spirituality

Part 5: Selfless Acts and the Challis Effect

Part 6: The Fight of his Life: John’s Post-Diagnosis Battle Against Cancer

Part 7: Family Trips

Part 8: The Great Outdoors: John’s Love of Hunting and Fishing

Part 9: The Media: John’s Message Goes Worldwide

Part 10: Sports: “The Hit”; Pro Teams and Athletes Reach Out to and are Inspired by John

Part 11: It Won’t be Long: John’s Final Act

Part 12: A Life Too Short: Thoughts from Scott and Gina Upon John’s Passing

Part 13: I Get by with a Little Help from My Friends: Memories of John from his Friends

Part 14: Afterword: Final Thoughts