Douglas County 911 Dispatcher Kristin Oilar, left, is facing treatment for pancreatic cancer. Her best friend and 911 Dispatcher Melissa Johnson started a GoFundMe account to help.
The pancreatic cancer that prompted fundraisers for longtime Douglas County dispatcher Kristin Oilar has returned, according to her friend Melissa Johnson.
Johnson posted a new GoFundMe account to raise money.
“We thought the cancer was in remission, but unfortunately it has returned,” Johnson said on the page. “This next go-around will be just as aggressive as the first time. She will be doing lots of traveling, and there will be lots of medical costs. She will be off work quite a bit as well. Even though she has insurance, there will still be many out-of-pocket expenses.”
Oilar has worked as a 911 dispatcher for 20 years. She is married and has three grown children and three grandchildren.
“She is one of the strongest and bravest people I know,” Johnson said. “I am so proud of how Kristin is handling this whole situation. It was devastating news to find out ‘it’ has already come back, but she is fighting with everything she has.”
Oilar was previously diagnosed on Feb. 9, 2021.
For more information or to donate visit www.gofundme.com/f/911-dispatcher-continues-her-fight-on-cancer
