Ann Tratchenberg completed her last chemotherapy treatment. As a patient at the UW Carbon Cancer Center, she would joke that she better be walked out by a marching band when she was done fighting cancer.
Little did Ann know that her niece was listening carefully.
This video shows the moment Ann walks out of the hospital, victoriously. When she exits, it's clear to see she did not expect to see an entire marching band!
Her niece got The Badger Band from University of Wisconsin to surprise her and celebrate the incredible moment.
The video has been viewed over 1 million times in a couple of days because it's so touching!
It reminds me of the PS 22 students who serenaded their teacher, Adriana Lopez, after discovering her cancer diagnosis.
People are just as moved by this video.
"This is just extremely amazing! Thank you Badgers for making a beautiful and wonderful memory for Ann! I hope that you can continue making memories with other survivors! Maybe even some children! My husband is going on 5 years of remission from leukemia with Philadelphia Chromosomes Disease! The one thing that kept him going is seeing all the children going through the same things and more!" A commenter named Misty said.
"Saluting your strength, the love of an amazing niece, and the dedication and kindness of the UW band members! Congratulations everyone on a job well-done! My prayers to you, Ann, for health and a long and happy life!" Another named Beth said.
Watch the beautiful moment below and SHARE if you're glad Ann beat cancer!
UW Marching Band Surprises Cancer Patient
When Ann Trachtenberg joked she wanted to be escorted out of her last chemotherapy treatment by a marching band, little did she know her niece would contact the Badger Band: The University of Wisconsin Marching Band to do the honors. Join us in congratulating her by commenting below!
Posted by UW Carbone Cancer Center on Monday, July 20, 2015
