March 29, 2024

EP's John Carnevale Places Flag on Mt. Washington For Townie Dylan Carreiro

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John Carnevale, an East Providence High School favorite son, entrepreneur and engineer has climbed to the famous summit atop Mt. Washington in New Hampshire to honor ailing EPHS student Dylan Carreiro. Dylan Carreiro, a junior at East Providence High School, has been diagnosed with stage four Hodgkin's Lymphoma. Several in EP are trying to help Dylan's family raise money for medical bills. At a recent benefit Townie basketball game at the high school, Dylan's family was presented with a check for $30,000. John Carnevale joined the well over 1,000 fans in attendance that night to show support for Dylan.

"Dylan’s amazing story of resilience, courage, and inspiration has recently sent shock waves through the city of East Providence and across Rhode Island. Dylan has given us all a moment to focus on what is truly important in life, something so beautiful and right. That is, the love and power of Community," writes John Carnevale.

In a message to Dylan, Carnevale said "Dylan, due to your courage and bravery to continue your fight, you have brought so much light, love, and hope to so many others in need and you have made the City of East Providence a better place. You are a true inspiration for us all! Thank you for truly representing what Townie Pride is all about!"

Carnevale wanted to do more to show his support for the Carreiro family. Carnevale and some friends just finished a "sleep-out and hike" to the top of New Hampshire's Mt. Washington. Once reaching the top of the frigid, frozen mountain, Carnevale placed a flag emblazoned with the word's "Dylan's Fight".

"Dylan, this is for you brother, we truly hope this puts a smile on your face. Keep up your amazing fight and continue to inspire everyone around you and this entire state! This sleep out and summit of a local peak, beautiful Mt Washington, NH via Tuckerman's Ravine climb, is just a small testament and dedication to your perseverance, determination, and guts in overcoming one of the toughest and most enduring challenges anyone in this life could ever embark on. I spoke on your character and talked about your hard fought journey to beat this disease many times on this trip to some fellow climbers. Needless to say, they were all absolutely amazed, touched, and inspired by your approach to the unthinkable. You are a true HERO to us all and the real definition of a WARRIOR," continued Carnevale.

Thank you for never giving up your fight, just know when times get tough your fight will make it easier for others in need. Hope you enjoy Mount Washington in its finest form...snowy, icy, and beautifully cold. Your flag is flying high Dylan! Peace and love to you and your family brother, JC."

Just another day in the charismatic life of Townie John Carnevale.

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