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Help Cathy raise money

For participating in 2021 DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend

My Story…

UPDATE:  On February 22, 2021, Patrick left this world to a place where there is no cancer, no pain.  After a 3-1/2 year battle, he is finally at peace.  God bless him.  He was an extraordinary man who will be missed by his family and hundreds of friends.  He was the light of my life, the life of every party, and a man of kindness and integrity.  Who he was in this life is evident in the character of our children:  Emily, Kevin, Julie, and Kyle.  They displayed epic love, devotion and courage as they cared for their father during the last weeks of his life.  I couldn’t be more proud or more inspired by them.  I run in memory of my husband, for my children and for all those affected by this cruel disease.



I run for my husband, Patrick O’Brien, who has been fighting stage IV cholangiocarcinoma since 2017.  He is my rock, my inspiration and the love of my life. 

 ❤️Because of your generosity, I get to run in the special UPMC Health Plan Pittsburgh BACK HALF Marathon.   This is particularly meaningful to me since it is UPMC’s research and team of outstanding medical professionals who help Pat fight the good fight to this day.  
https://inside.upmc.com/deadly-diagnosis-precision-medicine/

Forever grateful & blessed,  Cathy

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Why I Am Participating in the Pittsburgh Marathon Weekend to Support the American Cancer Society

For the first time in history, the American Cancer Society's mission is at risk - including their ability to fund cancer research. The American Cancer Society needs to be here to help patients face cancer with comprehensive support, but they need our help to be able to do so. Every dollar will truly make a difference right now.

Taking part in this event gives me the chance to make a difference and honor those touched by cancer by raising funds for groundbreaking research and services for people dealing with cancer. I'm also participating to inspire hope for those facing the disease and raising money for the American Cancer Society's event to help save lives from cancer.  I hope you'll consider signing up too.

Funds raised support cancer patient programs and groundbreaking research that can help save lives. This event also celebrates over 15.5 million cancer survivors nationwide. 15.5 MILLION. That's huge. That's why I'd love your support. Will you join me? And if you can't would you be so kind as to make a donation?

DetermiNation is the American Cancer Society’s event endurance program, spanning a variety of sports including cycling, running, hiking, yoga, and more.  The collective efforts of the dedicated athletes who use their fortitude to help raise funds to take down cancer are nothing short of amazing.


DetermiNation is the American Cancer Society’s event endurance program, spanning a variety of sports including cycling, running, hiking, yoga, and more.  The collective efforts of the dedicated athletes who use their fortitude to help raise funds to take down cancer are nothing short of amazing.

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Nov 23 DR We gotta hit that goal. $150.00
Nov 23 Bernie Boyle You are part of a wonderful family and thanks for running for a great cause $107.35
Nov 23 Jim & Mary Awesome Cathy!!! $267.10
Nov 23 Jack and Kat Moss $107.35
Nov 23 Hall Family Go get em girl Undisclosed amount
Nov 23 Wayne and Patty Jackson Congratulations Cathy. Nicely done. $54.10
Nov 23 Anonymous $267.10
Nov 23 The Grau Family We love you Cathy and Pat!! Undisclosed amount
Nov 23 Ed King Good luck Cathy! Undisclosed amount
Nov 23 Reno & Liz We love you guys $107.35