Community Corner

Hospital Honors Paramus Patient At Special Ceremony

William Frasco was one of 36 high school seniors to be honored at Hackensack University Medical Center's annual Celebration of Life.

PARAMUS, NJ — A borough high school senior was honored at Hackensack University Medical Center's Celebration of Life recently.

William Frasco was one of 36 cancer and blood disorder patients honored at the ceremony.

The hospital has honored high school seniors, who, despite the obstacles they faced as the result of chronic and often life-threatening medical conditions, are graduating next month.

Find out what's happening in Paramusfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

The ceremony was supported by donations from local businesses and individuals.

Email daniel.hubbard@patch.com. Get Patch breaking news alerts sent right to your phone with our new app. Download here.

Find out what's happening in Paramusfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Photo: Maite Barresi and her family. — Courtesy of Hackensack University Medical Center

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.