02/25/2026
Advanced stage pancreatic cancer typically has a limited life expectancy, often with survival being measured in months rather than years. William “Charley” Maynard of Oklahoma City is an exception to that rule.
Despite a grim prognosis of seven months to live, the 65-year-old chose to live fully, balancing work with chemotherapy. Charley reflects on his positive mindset and the strong bonds he formed with his medical team, whom he considers family.
Charley believes the reason he is still alive, is so that he can share his story and give hope to others facing a tough diagnosis.
“I’ve never questioned anything about pancreatic cancer and still to this day I don’t know anything about it, because I didn’t want to know. That’s negativity in my eyes and I’m looking forward. I’m not going backwards in life.”
Through his story, he embodies resilience and hope, encouraging others with his experience.
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