The text below is from a letter that Chris Stokes, a training buddy of Willie and mine sent out raising funds for Team in Training. He's doing Eagleman next month with Willie.
In Memory of Matthew
Hello Friends and Family, As most of you know, on September 11, 2002, we lost our son Matthew to Leukemia. He was only two years old. Many of you know he is my “hero” and as a result of what Matthew and many others have experienced, I wanted to try and make a difference in helping to find a cure by participating in a Triathlon with Team in Training, which raises money for research to find a cure and to provide help for families that have someone with the disease. On June 14th, I will be competing in the EagleMan Half Ironman Triathlon, which consists of a 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile bike ride and a 13.6-mile run. I am asking for support in my fundraising efforts by making a tax-deductible donation to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in memory of my son or anyone you know who has fought this disease. Any amount is greatly appreciated.
Many Thanks!
Matthew Christopher Stokes
8/16/00 - 9/11/02
Donations can be made online to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society:
http://pages.teamintraining.org/md/eagletri09/cstokes
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