One Year Later: Easton’s Epic Death Star Win

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·May 4th, 2026

Today marks Easton’s one year anniversary defeating his tumor, or what his family jokingly referred to as the “Death Star”, turning something scary into a narrative he already loved and connected with – Darth Vader.

It began when Easton was just two years old. He fell in love with Darth Vader during a family movie-thon. He’d ask for “bum bum” on the TV, leaving everyone confused—until one day, Darth Vader appeared on screen and Easton lit up. “BUM BUM!” he yelled with delight.

Easton with Mom_childhood cancer survivor — Ewing at a hospital visit with his mom.

Fast forward a few years and Easton faced a very real battle: Ewing sarcoma, a rare and aggressive form of bone cancer.

Treatments were typical for fighting cancer; hospital stays, chemo, and more.

Easton_Disney Hospital Gown — Easton striking his best battle pose in his Starlight Hospital Gown.

Radiation became more fun when Easton received and wore a Star Wars-themed Starlight Hospital Gown featuring Darth Vader.

Easton’s Happiness at the Hospital

Easton Walking Down the Hall — Hospital staff cheering for Easton throwing confetti and waving lightsabers.

Easton proudly wore his gown throughout his hospital stay, including on the day he got discharged – May 4th of last year.

His family threw him a full Star Wars celebration, including blow-up lightsabers for staff, catered lunch and music.

He marched down a hallway full of hospital staff, cheering and throwing confetti to celebrate his ultimate victory of defeating the “Death Star”.

Easton Surfing 1x1 — Easton surfing during a family vacation.

Since then, 12-year-old Easton has been having fun just being a kid.

He’s gone on vacation with family, exploring nature and doing all sorts of sports – boogie boarding, snowboarding and surfing to name a few.

Easton with Mom_Ring the Bell 5x7 — Easton and his mom Lindy after he rang the bell.

Help Improve Kids’ Hospital Experience

Though one year has passed, the community support and happiness Easton and his family felt at the hospital remains.

Lindy, Easton’s mom, shares:

“From the cheerful patient gowns that turned hospital days into superhero moments, to the thoughtful gifts that brought real joy during some of our hardest times—your support has made a world of difference. You’ve reminded us that even in the middle of medical battles, childhood still matters.”

In honor of Easton's one year celebration, help more kids gather courage to keep fighting their toughest battles.