Seasonal & Holidays

Chicago Mom Looks After Others While Still Fighting Cancer

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to shine a light on awesome moms in the Chicago area. Meet Cheryl Rubio.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize the awesome moms and mom figures in communities like yours.
Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize the awesome moms and mom figures in communities like yours. (Patch)

CHICAGO, IL— Moms do so much for everyone around them. We try to celebrate them all year long, but Mother's Day is a perfect opportunity to shout it from the rooftops and post it on Patch: Mom rocks!

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize the awesome moms and mom figures in communities like yours.

This submission comes from Rick Andris who nominated Cheryl Rubio of Chicago.

What makes this mom extra special?

She always looks out for her kids, her grandkids and anyone else who she sees needs help. All while having cancer for many years.

Why do you feel this mom deserves the spotlight?

Overall she is just a great person to know and someone to bounce ideas off of.

Happy Mother's Day to Cheryl Rubio, and thank you for all you do!


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Know an amazing mom? Nominate them here.


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