Some of you may remember my post last fall:
Remembering My Dear Aunt Mary
In her honor, my Aunt Debby is trying to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society by walking in a 1/2marathon this coming spring.
Below is the letter she has sent to family and friends. I'm posting it here to try and encourage more people to donate, not just in memory of
my Aunt Mary, but in memory of all aunts, uncles, mothers, fathers, brothers, and sisters who have died of cancer. I don't think there is a single person who has not seen cancer impact someone in their life. Please consider donating money to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
To the family and Loved ones of Mary E. Milne --
In the 5 months since Mary died from complications of chemotherapy, I
have sought to honor her and do something meaningful in her memory.
The day after Mary's memorial service I agreed to participate in the
Mayor's Walk here in Portland, a 10-K walk held in conjunction with
the Portland Marathon. While going through the various booths in the
registration area, I stopped at the Team In Training booth and
learned that this organization fundraises for the Leukemia and Lymphoma
Society. Mary had designated this charity as one which she asked people
to support in her behalf. I knew then that I should get involved.
Now I am asking you to help by supporting me and donating in Mary's
honor. I will be walking the 1/2 Marathon Race for the Roses on
April 6th, 2008. Please be as generous as you can and make a contribution
either on my website or send your check to me made out to the
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society:
Deborah Anderson
940 Rosa Parks Way
Portland, OR 97211 USA
Each donation helps accelerate cures for leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma
and brings hope to the patients and families who are on the front
lines of the battle against these diseases.
Please use the link in this email to donate online quickly and securely.
You will receive a confirmation by email of your donation and I will
be notified as soon as you make your donation.
You can learn more about my efforts and make a donation by visiting
my Web site:
http://www.active.com/donate/tntor/tntorDAnders
Thank you for your generosity -- I know Mary would thank you as well.
Love to all of you, Debby Anderson
