Why We Run
Marathon Team shares personal stories Why They Run … “I run because I can. When I get tired, I remember those who can’t run, what they’d give to have this simple gift I take for granted, and I run harder for them. I know they would do the same for me.”
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Why We Run: My Dad, Jim Ryan
Oct, 26, 2014 by : jackadmin in :On October 12th, I will be running my first marathon in honor of my Dad. My Dad, Jim Ryan, was known and loved by every…
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Why We Run: Missing Sally’s Smile
Sep, 01, 2014 by : Sharon Marston in :Over the past few years, I have taken up endurance sports and have had an amazing time participating in races of various distances. Since the…
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Why We Run: JMT 2013
Oct, 08, 2013 by : Sharon Marston in :2013 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Jack’s Team – Thank you for all you do! Click on each runner’s name to learn more and to…
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Why We Run: JMT 2010
Oct, 11, 2010 by : Sharon Marston in :Bank of America Chicago Marathon Runners’ Stories Each year we ask our runners to share with us and each other what drew them to Jack’s…
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Why We Run: Remembering Brian
Oct, 10, 2010 by : jackadmin in :I have been running with Glen Ellyn Runners (GER) since we moved to Batavia in 2001. Jack H. Marston II was also part of this…
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TRFJ: Remembering Jill
Oct, 10, 2009 by : Sharon Marston in :The Green Team at “This Run’s For Jack” July 29, 1967-September 20, 2009 – Picture taken August 15, 2009 Jill was a Daughter, a Sister,…
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Why We Run: 2009 Chi Rock ‘n Roll
Aug, 30, 2009 by : Sharon Marston in :The TEAM! Kim Hooper Paulding and Jon Paulding, Salt Lake City, Utah My father lived life to the fullest enjoying a marriage that spanned 41…
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Why We Run: Team Dave Strong and Courageous
Oct, 18, 2015 by : Sharon Marston in :WHEN YOU DON’T FEEL STRONG OR COURAGEOUS September 21, 2015 / Laura Crosby Dear Baby David, I know you’re with Jesus, but does that mean…