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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 12 | Hannah M | $27.48 |
| Dec 12 | Meghan | $54.10 |
| Dec 12 | The Harper Family | $54.10 |
| Dec 12 | Brian Dempster | Undisclosed amount |
| Dec 12 | Benjamin Ziolkowski | $54.10 |
| Dec 12 | Marc & Kaede Kunesch | Undisclosed amount |
| Dec 09 | Uncle Kevin | $267.10 |
| Dec 06 | Jim Mulcahy | $267.10 |
| Dec 04 | Line Family | $107.35 |
| Dec 03 | Jaime Arnone | $267.10 |
