A Life of Light and Joy
Honoring and Remembering Megan Elizabeth Santa Croce
Megan’s Story
Megan Elizabeth Santa Croce was born on June 15, 1995 in Binghamton, NY. She had a carefree childhood growing up on a dead-end street, playing with neighbors, friends, and her brothers and sister. She was filled with energy, light, positivity, and a joy for living!
On September 2, 2010, she had surgery to remove a large abdominal tumor. This tumor turned out to be a rare form of cancer called Sertoli-Leydig. Although she became cancer-free post-surgery, she was treated with adjunctive chemotherapy for four months at Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital in NYC. She lived a wonderful and full life, graduated high school, and attended college.
In June 2017, after her college graduation from Binghamton University, she had surgery at Memorial Sloan Kettering to remove another tumor. Her cancer had returned after seven years. She fought bravely and optimistically for 17 months, enduring two more major surgeries, chemotherapy, and radiation. She passed away on November 14, 2018 with her parents and boyfriend at her side. Read her obituary here.
Megan was a very special person who made an impression on all who had the pleasure of meeting her, even if only for a brief moment. She loved theater, travel, languages, and teaching. She was fearless in trying new things. She had an enthusiasm for living and a smile that could brighten your day in an instant. She shared her light and energy freely with the world; with her friends, her family, and with strangers.
Our goal is to continue to spread her ripple effect of joy, courage, and optimism as far as we can!