BUFFALO, NY (WKBW) — Erie County Sheriff's Office Deputy Brandon Radoani rang the Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center "Victory Bell," celebrating his remission from colorectal cancer.
"I feel amazing, there's a lot of emotions going on today, I'm happy and grateful that I get a second chance at life to be with my wife and kids," said Deputy Radoani.
Radoani was diagnosed with stage 3 Colorectal Cancer in January at age 34. After 10 months of treatment, he is in remission.
His family is excited to be able to breathe a little easier.
"I'm just happy that my dad got a second chance at life and he's the best dad I have ever really had even though he's my only dad," said Bryce Radoani.
According to theAmerican Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in men and Radoani is beyond grateful to be alive.
"I thought for sure I was going to possibly need to be out longer and need surgery. But, I don't, the radiation and chemo cleared it up and it's just a blessing, it's a miracle," said Radoani.
With his fellow deputies filling the lobby with applause and support.
"For me as the Sheriff these are great times because we go through so much as a family that people don't hear about but these are the special moments," said Erie County Sheriff John Garcia.
