Katy Starck-Monte, Woman Behind #OomphForKaty Campaign, Dies at 41

A Life of Resilience and Advocacy

• 💔 Katy Starck-Monte, the inspiration behind the viral #OomphForKaty campaign, has passed away at the age of 41.
• 🩺 Katy's health journey began in January 2015 when she was awaiting a lung transplant due to cystic fibrosis.
• 🚀 Her friends launched the #OomphForKaty campaign to lift her spirits, which gained widespread support from celebrities and athletes.

Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Motherhood

• ✅ The lung transplant was successful, and in May 2021, Katy welcomed her daughter, Riley, with her sister acting as a surrogate.
• 🎗️ More recently, Katy was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma.
• 💖 She expressed that having Riley motivated her to fight harder, wanting to be present for her daughter's life.

A Lasting Legacy

• 🏥 Katy began cancer treatment in August but was readmitted to the hospital on April 4th, where she celebrated her 41st birthday.
• ✨ Relatives described her as an incredible mom and fighter, stating the world will shine less brightly without her.
• 💌 A promise was made to ensure Riley will always know her mother's love.