Mary Lynn Palmer is a lifelong resident of Bogata, Texas and a proud graduate of Rivercrest High School. After earning her nursing degree from NTCC in 1996, Mary Lynn worked for over 20 years at Titus Regional Medical Center, primarily in Labor & Delivery and the Women’s Clinic. From 1996-2002, she also served patients through the McKellar/Moore clinic in Mount Pleasant. In 2004, she obtained her nurse practitioner license from UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. Mary Lynn was a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner from 2004-2015, offering care to victims across the area. In 2012, she brought healthcare home to Bogata, first through the Higgins Clinic and then by opening Bogata Health Clinic, her own private practice, in 2013.
Mary Lynn is currently battling metastatic breast cancer, which has spread to her spine and left femur. She is currently on Verzenio, which is $14,697.81 per month—and her insurance is refusing coverage. She also receives Fulvestrant injections every 2-4weeks, costing $1,500 per round of injections, and bone-strengthening infusions at $401 each.
Outside of her career, Mary Lynn is a devoted wife to Kenneth Palmer, proud mom of six, loving grandmother to ten, and member of the Bogata Missionary Baptist Church.
Behind the Cause
Play It Forward was founded in 2025 after a dear friend of the event’s creator was diagnosed with breast cancer. As she faced the emotional and financial challenges of treatment, the idea was born: bring people together through music to support those in need.
Now an annual event, Play It Forward is dedicated to uplifting individuals and organizations within our community—using the power of music, generosity, and togetherness to make a meaningful difference.
Join Our Cause
Everything You Need to Know About the Big Event
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, community, and giving back at the Play It Forward benefit, supporting Mary Lynn Palmer in her fight against cancer. This year’s event features live performances from three incredible acts:
Stacy Musgrove, Rodney Whatley Band, and Headliner –– Country music legend Gene Watson
In addition to the live music, guests can enjoy delicious concessions and bid on a variety of exciting silent auction items, with all proceeds going toward Mary Lynn’s medical expenses.
Bring your friends, bring your heart, and help us Play It Forward for a cause that truly matters.
Sunday Afternoon
2:00 PM-8:00 PM
August 17, 2025
When
2886 FM 1735
Mount Pleasant | Texas
The Whatley Center at NTCC
Meet Mary Lynn Palmer
Mary Lynn Palmer is a lifelong resident of Bogata, Texas and a proud graduate of Rivercrest High School. After earning her nursing degree from NTCC in 1996, Mary Lynn worked for over 20 years at Titus Regional Medical Center, primarily in Labor & Delivery and the Women’s Clinic. From 1996-2002, she also served patients through the McKellar/Moore clinic in Mount Pleasant. In 2004, she obtained her nurse practitioner license from UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. Mary Lynn was a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner from 2004-2015, offering care to victims across the area. In 2012, she brought healthcare home to Bogata, first through the Higgins Clinic and then by opening Bogata Health Clinic, her own private practice, in 2013.
Mary Lynn is currently battling metastatic breast cancer, which has spread to her spine and left femur. She is currently on Verzenio, which is $14,697.81 per month—and her insurance is refusing coverage. She also receives Fulvestrant injections every 2-4weeks, costing $1,500 per round of injections, and bone-strengthening infusions at $401 each.
Outside of her career, Mary Lynn is a devoted wife to Kenneth Palmer, proud mom of six, loving grandmother to ten, and member of the Bogata Missionary Baptist Church.
Where
Grateful for Our Incredible Sponsors
Stacy Musgrove
Rodney Whatley Band
Gene Watson
