My sister, Colleen Bill, a wife, nurse, and mother of 6, was recently faced with a sudden medical emergency on Saturday 4/11/26 while boarding a connecting flight from Chicago to Cincinnati on her way home from a family vacation in Colorado. She had a massive heart attack that has led to multiple surgeries. This unexpected challenge has placed a significant burden on the family, who is anticipating weeks of critical care and potentially months of medical procedures and rehabilitation, all from 5 hours away from their home. Many have asked what can be done to help and support the Bills during this unbelievably trying time. Anyone who knows the family is aware of their charitable nature, always willing to help others, their church, and their community, while not asking for anything in return. Additionally, Colleen works as a nurse in heart research, helping others who have been in situations similar to which she now faces.  

At this time, the family humbly recognizes that others are willing to help lighten their burden and walk with them during this time, and we are therefore starting this page as a means to help offset medical expenses, time away/lost wages from jobs, and the cost of weeks of hotel stays, ensuring Colleen’s family can focus solely on her support and recovery without financial fear.

Colleen’s husband, Tim, and their 6 children are devout Catholics and have always shared their time, talents and abilities to make their community a better place to live. They primarily are requesting continued prayers for the family and for her recovery as she has a long road ahead. However, if anyone does feel compelled to make a donation or share this post for increased prayers and support that would mean the world to us during this incredibly difficult time.