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| Above, my dad and I in 1993. |
The other day, it occurred to me that I will be at the same age as my dad next year when he passed away 25 year ago today.
He passed away from lymphoma, a type of blood cancer that develops in the lymphatic system. He had it for about two years.
That is why I decided to help the John Wayne Cancer Foundation with their Grit Series half marathons in Ridgway, Colorado. The first time I was there, I was talking with Patrick Wayne and mentioned that we both had the commonality of losing dads due to cancer.
In memory of my dad, I have also made donations to the Foundation. I have also done so in honor of Wellington "Bill" Wilson and Mike Hobbie, who also were casualties of cancer.
The John Wayne Cancer Foundation targets their efforts in cancer research and the training of oncologists. The JWCF funds novel and innovative programs that improve cancer patients' outcomes and save lives through research, education, awareness and support.
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| Above, following my dad's funeral at Riverside National Cemetery. |
It is hard to believe 25 years have passed.
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