My name is Kaneesha and I am the President of the carol Faulkner Williams cancer support group. I am also a triple negative stage three breast cancer SURVIVOR! By me always checking my breast and getting my mammograms I was the one who found my lump. (Praise God) and was able to get a biopsy done and get the ball moving on starting my cancer journey. I had to do 16 chemotherapy treatments and a double Mastectomy with reconstruction surgeries.
Triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) represents one of the most challenging forms of breast cancer, accounting for approximately 10-20% of all breast cancer diagnoses. Unlike other breast cancers, TNBC lacks three crucial receptors that typically guide treatment decisions, making it more aggressive and difficult to manage.
But with my faith in God and the positivity that I had when I was fighting cancer I beat cancers behind. God placed me with the best oncologist staff that I could ever ask for.
God hand picked doctor Osborn from UPMC Passavant Mccandles. God knew I needed a doctor that cared and would take care of me. It was tough fighting cancer and being in the hospital so many times, but I knew God had me covered and he would be with me every step of the way.
What I want everyone to know, I am a cancer advocate, I sit with patients who are alone that are going through chemotherapy, and I did a breast cancer awareness commercial for UPMC.
Cancer does not discriminate any one can get it. Please always pay attention to your body and get your mammograms.
Paulette Stevens served as the Sole Proprietor of Stevens Childcare Co for 51 years, during which time she successfully managed and operated a Childcare business. Paulette holds a bachelor’s degree in Pedology (Child Care from birth to 5 years.)
Paulette is currently enjoying the life of retirement while spending time with family and friends.
Paulette Stevens was married to the late David L. Stevens for 48 years and living in Coraopolis, PA. for the past 62 years.
She has six children, fourteen grandchildren, and eighteen great-grandchildren.
She is a member of the following organizations:
A Member of Living Water Church In Christ in Mc Kee’s Rocks, PA.
Obtained a Bachelor Degree in Theology at Praise Center Full Gospel
First Black minority female of Kiwanis Club in Coraopolis, PA 15108
Past Board Member at Sewickley Community Center
Past Board Member of Women in Christian Ministries.
Advisory Council for Coraopolis Community Hub.
Awarded the key to the City of Coraopolis, PA 15108.
A recipient of When She Thrives Organization
Feature in Women’s Who’s Who of America
Past Member of ELRC (Early Learning Resource Center)
Advisory Board for Directors in Allegheny County
Evangelist Dana L. Watkins is a lifelong resident of Coraopolis, PA. She is a retired Air Force Master Sergeant, Dean of the Harty Bible School Aliquippa Branch and holds a Master Degree in Organizational Leadership, Robert Morris Univ. Evangelist Dana is a faithful member of the Coraopolis Abundant Life Ministries Church of God In Christ, under the pastorate of Elder Herb and Lady Regina Tillman.
Her conviction is I Timothy 4:13 Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to preaching and to teaching. NIV
In 2000 Sister Dana was licensed as an Evangelist in the Church of God In Christ (COGIC), 2007 She was appointed Jurisdictional Sunday School Field Representative and 2012 She was elevated to Jurisdictional Superintendent of the Sunday School Ministry of Western PA. First, COGIC by the presiding prelate, Bishop James M. Foster, and served faithfully for 10 years.
Shortly after, Dana founded The Sunday School Institute, a learning and training program to equip workers in best practices with all people. As of 2020, forty (40) attendees have completed the course.
The Institute convened during the COGIC State Auxiliaries In Ministry (AIM) Convention. During the 2019-Covid Outbreak all State Conventions were canceled for 2020. During this time, Evangelist Watkins reached out to all Sunday Schools by way of Zoom, conference call, and email, encouraging them to continue with Sunday School; offering to buy Sunday School and Bible Band curriculum for those who needed them.
Evangelist Watkins planned to re-convene the Institute during the AIM convention in 2021.However, the churches were opening slowly and conventions were not happening at all. Although the pandemic stopped some things, it did not stop Evangelist Watkins. Ministry leaders began to minister through Facebook, YouTube, Zoom, and Conference calls. Accordingly, Evangelist Watkins created The Sunday School Institute Virtual Academy. To continue to equip Sunday School teachers and laborers in best practices and teaching skills.
Her favorite scripture is Philippians 4:6 Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
Evangelist Dana and her husband Deacon Charles Watkins share 43 years of marriage. They have two married children, Silas (Tamara) and Sara Ann (Reed) and 6 beautiful grandchildren, Sophia, Noriah, Silas II, Reed Jr, Benjamin and Isabella.
To this they say: “To God Be the Glory”
I am Tammeka Banks, the Secretary of the CFW Cancer Support Group. I was appointed to this position by the founder, my mother, Carol Faulkner-Williams. As a caregiver for her during her battle with cancer, I understand the toll this disease takes on patients, survivors, patients and their families.
In addition to serving on this board, I am the head of the usher board at my church, Coraopolis Abundant Life Ministries Church of God & Christ (CALM COGIC) and the treasurer of Sto-Rox Little Viking Youth Association. I am employed at the University of Pittsburgh as an Executive Director of Business Administration and currently, I am pursuing my Masters degree in Public Policy Management. I enjoy all of these roles but my most important roles are a being a wife, mother and Mimi to grandchildren.
Anthony Richards honorably served in the United States Army Engineers, Navy Seabees, and Air National Guard dedicating 35 years across various roles.
His journey took him from Germany to Puerto Rico, and from Alaska to Qatar, demonstrating courage and leadership. A 2016, veteran who has served with distinction, he even provided security during President Obama’s inauguration and the G20 Summit.
Staff Sergeant Anthony Richards, a devoted community leader and retired electrician, has served as a Deacon at Deliverance Baptist Church (2007-2009) and currently at Coraopolis Abundant Life Ministries. Since 1995, he’s shared his faith as a Sunday School Teacher at Whosoever Wills CMA and brought his expertise to Navy NMCB 1223. He joined his father Josh Williams in 2009 and taught the Sunday school lesson at The Coraopolis Towers Senior Living Home, providing spiritual enrichment to residents who could not get out to church until the 2020 pandemic.
A Sunday School Superintendent and Trustee since 2016, Richards also ministers in Dormstadt, Germany. He also was asked in 2021 to serve as Chaplain for the Carol Faulkner Williams Cancer Support Team. His contributions to his family, country, and church was recognized when he was nominated & awarded the 2025 Circle of Courage Award in the Military category.
I am Cynthia Faulkner and I became a member of the CFW Cancer Support Group in 2025. This group was founded by my sister and best friend, Carol Faulkner-Williams. As caregiver for her during her battle with cancer, I understand the effects it has on individuals and those who love them.
I am Wendy Thomas-Reddix and I became a member of the CFW Cancer Support Group in 2025. This group was founded by my mother, Carol Faulkner-Williams. As caregiver for her during her battle with cancer, I understand the effects cancer has on individuals and those who love and support them.
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