Local man with terminal illness granted wish to see NY Giants game

IDAHO FALLS -- It was a surprise a loving wife had to keep from her husband who is struggling with a terminal illness.

“We’ve been keeping this secret from him for a week,” Mayan Woolf said.

Her husband, Nate Woolf, 38, is diagnosed with a stage four brain tumor called astrocytoma. Nate, a New York Giants fan had no idea a life-long dream would be realized Tuesday afternoon when he walked into a local health care center.

“This is going to be a surprise,” clinical director for Teton Healthcare, Roger Hiatt said. “The family is very excited about this."

Teton Healthcare, and Money Wise, a local financial services company, surprised Nate with tickets to a Giants vs Steelers game.

"We wanted to make sure they had this opportunity before they have something happen and they’re not able to do this,” area director for Money Wise Duane Fugleberg said.

The father of two is isn't able to fully speak so his wife and family members helped him express his gratitude.

“He’s so excited. I’m so excited for him,” Mayan said.

Originally Nate's nephew Jack Becker wrote a letter to the Giants to see if his uncle would be able to meet team. Although Nate wasn't able to receive that wish, Jack's efforts still made all of the difference.

“I’m so thankful that we’re able to do this,” Jack said. “I really think he really loves me, and I love him so much too."

Nate and Mayan plan to head to Pittsburg, Pennsylvania for the game on Sunday Dec. 4. The couple is grateful to family, friends, and organizations that have rallied around them during this trial.

“Thank you so much to everybody that worked so hard to make this all happen,” Mayan