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Family of teen that died from cancer receives community donations

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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA/KECY) - A family was presented with donations following the death of a beloved teen in the Yuma community.

Nineteen-year-old Benny Rodriguez was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, a type of cancer of the blood and bone marrow that affects white blood cells.

A few weeks before Benny's passing, he spent time at Yuma Regional Medical Center dealing with a fungal infection coupled with pneumonia.

His body stopped producing bone marrow, resulting in Benny's death.

Benny's family is grateful for the community's support including a $3,300 donation.

On Saturday, several motorcyclists including members of the community travelled together to the Fraternal Order of Eagles for a celebration of life and memorial for Benny.

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Christian Galeno

Christian Galeno joined the News 11/CBS 13 team in July of 2019 as a Weekend Anchor and multimedia journalist. He now anchors 13 on Your Side at 6, and 10.

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