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Katie Update — August 12, 2026

In support of
Katie (Kohlbush) Lynch

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Whom have I in heaven but you?

And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you.

My flesh and my heart may fail,

but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.

Psalm 73:25–26

On Monday, Katie had a metal rod, referred to as a nail, placed in her right femur. Doctors say the surgery went well.

Immediately after surgery, Katie was as white as a sheet and in considerable pain. By Tuesday, her pain was controlled, but the pain returned on Wednesday. The level of pain seems to vary considerably from one day to the next.

Physical therapy has been working with Katie a little each day. It is quite an ordeal. They carefully roll her onto her side and lace her into a brace to stabilize and protect her spine. She then sits on the edge of the bed and, with a walker and assistance, stands briefly. These are small steps, but they take a great deal of effort.

Next Monday, August 17, Katie is scheduled for her third of six planned cycles of chemotherapy and targeted therapies. Sometime after Monday’s cycle, they are talking about a two-week stay at an acute rehabilitation facility for intensive therapy. Radiation treatments and possible additional surgeries are also being considered while her remaining cancer treatments continue.

Progress is slow and not always in a straight line. This is definitely a marathon, not a sprint, but we are grateful for each step forward.

Please continue to pray for:

Physical therapy: Safe and effective therapy and that Katie will walk again.

Cancer treatment: Her third cycle of chemotherapy and targeted therapies on Monday, August 17.

Endurance: Physical and spiritual strength for the challenges ahead.

Scott Kohlbush
18 days ago

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Kathy Miller 18 days ago

Thank you for the specifics as we continue to hold Katie up in prayer!

Andy Sun 18 days ago

Katie, We are praying for you multiple times each day when we think of you. Be strong and courageous! Andy and Audrey Sun

Khord4 18 days ago

We will be with you, in thoughts and prayers, every step forward! All things are possible through Him 💞

Austin Hochstetler 18 days ago

Elisa and I are praying for you Katie.

Gabby Orantes 18 days ago

Sending lots of love and prayers !! Gabby (Adam School)

Eromero 18 days ago

Mr. Kihlbush, Katie, and family, I join you in prayer for Katie’s healing. May God grant you strength and may you feel his presence and love through the pain and uncertainty.

Hayley Mathis 18 days ago

Katie! I love to see your smile. It is amazing you keep working hard and moving forward. I am praying for you all the time. Love you!

Heidi Hubbard 18 days ago

Dear Kohlbush family, Moyer and I are lifting you all up in prayer. Praying that the Holy Spirit sustains each of you during this time of treatment.

Ceci Frost 17 days ago

Thank you for sharing. Praying for you Katie and family. One day at a time.

Cjarrettag 17 days ago

You are such an amazing, incredible young woman, Katie. I'm praying for strength and comfort for all you are going through and I pray your pain will subside, sweetheart ❤️🙏

Alice Morales 16 days ago

Katie, every time I think of you , I’m knocking on heaven’s doors on your behalf… healing to come in ways that we don’t even know about. So you can make get stronger so you can move forward to a beautiful life. That God has planned for you. 🙏🙏🙏💖💜💛 we are here for you …

Shelby Pillai 15 days ago

Scott, thank you for taking the time to write these! Katie, so glad to see your smile here. Love you and praying for you.

Whitney woods 14 days ago

So hard that each step towards recovery and strength brings more challenges. I'm thinking of you all so much and wish I was part of the baldie club with ya'll. With you through each step.

Emma Sandquist 14 days ago

Praying for you all and sweet Katie. What a blessing she is.

GAYLE MILLER 13 days ago

We are praying for all of you🙏🏻🙏🏻 ‘ those who live in the shelter of the most high will find a rest in the shadow of the Almighty. This I declare about the Lord; he alone is my refuge, my place of safety. He is my God and I trust him. 💕

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