05/23/2026
Honoring the life and legacy of Branny JoAnn Carrasco. A U.S. Navy veteran, mother, and fierce stomach cancer advocate.
After serving as a Hospital Corpsman, Branny faced her greatest battle: a diagnosis of stage 3B stomach cancer linked to H. pylori. Even through recurrence and treatment, she continued to serve others—founding awareness chapters, volunteering with Hope for Stomach Cancer, and using her voice to educate and empower patients.
Branny’s courage lives on through her husband, Albert, and their sons, who continue her mission to raise awareness about H. pylori and early detection. Her story reminds us that advocacy, love, and resilience can outlast even the hardest battles.
We honor Branny and all veterans in the stomach cancer community, past and present, whose strength continues to inspire hope. 💙