John Frasure Stomp Out Stroke 5k

John Frasure Memorial Stomp Out Stroke 5k

May 16, 2020

9am

Benefitting: 901 Stoke Alliance and Semmes Murphey Foundation

The Semmes Murphey Foundation was formed to carry on the legacy of advancing patient care that was established by its founders, Dr. Eustace Semmes and Dr. Francis Murphey, over 100 years ago. Today, many of the doctors on staff treat patients (locally & globally) on a pro bono basis, train other doctors, invent much needed technology, and travel globally to perform research and learn new techniques.

Research, innovation, education, and care are the cornerstones of The Semmes Murphey Foundation. Our goal is to improve lives and reimagine what’s possible through neuroscience.

In the Spring of 2018, John, “John-John,” Hugh Frasure suffered a massive stroke which changed his life forever, and ultimately, led to his passing in the Fall of 2019. John was anything but ordinary. Standing over 6’ 4” with a dominant presence, he could capture the audience of any room. John-John was a husband, a father, a son, a brother, a grandfather, a barber, an entrepreneur, and so much more. He could face any obstacle placed before him with his perseverance and unwavering mentality. It was his strength, bravery, hope, and love that drove his determination to improve after the incident. His situation was dire. The stroke left him paralyzed and completely dependent upon others. He was surviving, but no longer thriving. His six month stay in the hospital left him with wounds, both seen and unseen. After returning home, he began to study and discuss stroke research with his family, friends, and healthcare workers. His passion for the medical aspects of the occurrence blossomed. He hoped by sharing his experience someone one day would break the barriers and discover a way to prevent this devastation from befalling another. He wanted to share this resolve and ambition with so many others. Although he has left this physical plane, his aspiration is still very much alive filling the hearts and thoughts of those he touched.

“Where there is hope, there is faith. Where there is faith, miracles happen.”- Forever in our hearts, Your Wife & Daughters