Will Roberts osteosarcoma fundraising and memorial

Will Roberts, a 15‑year‑old from Ralph, Alabama, died on 23 July 2026 at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego after an 18‑month fight with stage IV osteosarcoma. His family had traveled to California for experimental therapy (DeltaRex‑G) after a nationwide GoFundMe campaign raised more than $588,000, drawing support from Dr Mehmet Oz and thousands of donors. The story united strangers in prayer and generosity, highlighting the emotional impact of a young patient’s battle with a lethal disease.

A week later, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey issued an official proclamation designating 1 August 2026 as Will Roberts Day. The proclamation honored Roberts’s courage and the nationwide outpouring of support, including assistance from Dr Oz and U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. It designates the day of his funeral as a statewide remembrance for all children battling cancer, cementing his legacy within the state and beyond.