The family has expressed concern about whether Jose would receive the same level of care in Guatemala as he receives here. There is a colon cancer treatment program in Guatemala City, which is free or reduced cost for those with financial need, according to the Guatemalan consulate in Denver. Attempts by the Deseret Morning News to reach the Guatemalan cancer center were unsuccessful.

The office of Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, has contacted immigration officials about a stay of deportation, Hatch's spokeswoman Heather Barney said.

Jose's younger sister, Ana, has already been deported. However, if he receives a reprieve, Corado won't be entirely alone. He has a sister in Logan, who is a permanent resident. And he has friends in Ogden.

"I support Jose 100 percent in his situation," said Kimber Peart, Jose's girlfriend, in an e-mail. Peart is planning a fund-raiser to help cover the costs of Corado's treatment. There will be a car wash on Saturday at Saturn of Riverdale, 5212 S. Freeway Park Drive, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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