Cathy Fischer Memorial Walk and Run
Sunday, July 14, 2024
Past event
9:00 AM EDT
Olmsted Falls, Ohio
$32.80–$38.10 · 2 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join the community on Sunday, July 14, 2024, for the Cathy Fischer Memorial Walk and Run in beautiful Olmsted Falls, Cuyahoga! This inspiring event honors the legacy of Cathy Fischer, a remarkable individual who bravely battled Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma while spreading joy and raising funds for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Participants can choose between a 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk or a 1-mile run/walk, making it a perfect day for family and friends to come together for a meaningful cause.
Starting at 9:00 am, the event promises a fun and uplifting atmosphere for all ages, with chip timing for the 5K and awards for top finishers in various age categories. Early bird registration is available until April 15, so secure your spot today and enjoy post-race refreshments, commemorative items, and the chance to make a difference in the fight against blood cancers. Don't miss out on this opportunity to honor Cathy's legacy while promoting health, wellness, and community spirit!
Starting at 9:00 am, the event promises a fun and uplifting atmosphere for all ages, with chip timing for the 5K and awards for top finishers in various age categories. Early bird registration is available until April 15, so secure your spot today and enjoy post-race refreshments, commemorative items, and the chance to make a difference in the fight against blood cancers. Don't miss out on this opportunity to honor Cathy's legacy while promoting health, wellness, and community spirit!
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Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Commemorative Towel
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$38.10
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1 Mile
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Commemorative Towel
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$32.80
Organiser's description
BENEFITING THE LEUKEMIA AND LYMPHOMA SOCIETY!
CATHY'S STORY
Cathy's journey with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma began in Feb 1996, six years before her official diagnosis. In
1996, she raised $3200 for LLS, possibly sensing her future battle. In Nov 2011, she developed symptoms and
underwent treatment at Cleveland Clinic from 2012 to 2013, managing chemo and hair loss. She never
complained and continued to work full time and teaching reading to underprivileged children one day a week
during her scheduled lunch. And she continued to run at least 20 to 30 miles per week.
In Dec 2013, Cathy opted for an aggressive bone cell transplant. Despite the three-week sterile procedure, she
remained active, walking the halls, spreading smiles, and resumed work and her normal physical activities, which
included running, hiking, water aerobics, and yoga,post-release.
2014 brought ups and downs. Although she did not receive any further chemo, she required periodic scans and
remained on medication for her lymphoma. Her attitude was great and Cathy managed a trip to New Hampshire,
where she hiked to the top of Mount Washington. In the fall she hiked Sedona and the Grand Canyon.
In 2018, a scan revealed aggressive lymphoma B-cells, leading to a CART T Cell procedure in Columbus for three
weeks. Cathy's resilience was evident as she exercised daily, read books, and attended events during recovery.
2019 to July 2023 involved emotional roller coasters with drug trials and chemotherapy, leading to hospital
stays. Cathy's unwavering faith, commitment to Mass, and plans for future activities showcased her courage.
Her greatest hope was to witness her eldest granddaughters wedding day someday.
Despite her challenging "fight," Cathy embraced life, served others, and raised thousands of dollars for LLS to
help other people. Sadly Cathy lost her fight and she symbolically transitioned from bearing her "cross" to
wearing her "crown."
DISTANCE
5K (3.1 Miles) Run/Walk
1 Mile Run/Walk
TIMING SYSTEM
5K: Chip Time (MyLaps BibTag)
1 Mile: Untimed
START TIMES
8:00 am - Race Day Registration & Late Packet Pick Up
9:00 am - 5K & 1 Mile Start (Follow signs to Section 46)
REGISTRATION
5K Run/Walk
$25 - Early Bird through April 15
$30 - April 16 through July 15
$35 - Race Day (credit card only)
1 Mile Run/Walk
$20 - Early Bird through April 15 ($70 - Family Rate; maximum 4 members)
$25 - April 16 through July 13
$30 - Race Day (credit card only)
All mailed pre-registered entries must be received by Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Please make checks payable to: Hermes Sports & Events
Mail entries to:
Hermes Sports and Events
2425 West 11th St., Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
EARLY PACKET PICK UP
Friday, July 12 from 12-4pm
The Gathering Place - West (25425 Center Ridge Rd, Westlake, OH 44145)
If you can pick up packets for friends/family, that would be a big help to keep the lines short on Race Day.
WHAT YOU GET
Commemorative towel Custom Be Like Cathy silicone bracelet B-Tag Chip Timing (5K only) Age Group Awards Post-Race Refreshments
Cathy Fischer wants you to be safe - see link to a 20% discount from Road ID by clicking HERE https://roadid.com/pages/groupdiscount?rfsn=7808235.32ff458&utm_source=teamsprogram&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=teamsgroupsclubs-20percentdiscount
AWARDS (5K ONLY)
Top male and top female finishers and the top three (3) finishers both male and female in the following age categories will receive trophies:
(14 & Under) (15-19) (20-24) (25-29) (30-34) (35-39) (40-44) (45-49) (50-54) (55-59) (60-64) (65-69) (70-74) (75-79) (80-84) (85 & Over)
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933.
CATHY'S STORY
Cathy's journey with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma began in Feb 1996, six years before her official diagnosis. In
1996, she raised $3200 for LLS, possibly sensing her future battle. In Nov 2011, she developed symptoms and
underwent treatment at Cleveland Clinic from 2012 to 2013, managing chemo and hair loss. She never
complained and continued to work full time and teaching reading to underprivileged children one day a week
during her scheduled lunch. And she continued to run at least 20 to 30 miles per week.
In Dec 2013, Cathy opted for an aggressive bone cell transplant. Despite the three-week sterile procedure, she
remained active, walking the halls, spreading smiles, and resumed work and her normal physical activities, which
included running, hiking, water aerobics, and yoga,post-release.
2014 brought ups and downs. Although she did not receive any further chemo, she required periodic scans and
remained on medication for her lymphoma. Her attitude was great and Cathy managed a trip to New Hampshire,
where she hiked to the top of Mount Washington. In the fall she hiked Sedona and the Grand Canyon.
In 2018, a scan revealed aggressive lymphoma B-cells, leading to a CART T Cell procedure in Columbus for three
weeks. Cathy's resilience was evident as she exercised daily, read books, and attended events during recovery.
2019 to July 2023 involved emotional roller coasters with drug trials and chemotherapy, leading to hospital
stays. Cathy's unwavering faith, commitment to Mass, and plans for future activities showcased her courage.
Her greatest hope was to witness her eldest granddaughters wedding day someday.
Despite her challenging "fight," Cathy embraced life, served others, and raised thousands of dollars for LLS to
help other people. Sadly Cathy lost her fight and she symbolically transitioned from bearing her "cross" to
wearing her "crown."
DISTANCE
5K (3.1 Miles) Run/Walk
1 Mile Run/Walk
TIMING SYSTEM
5K: Chip Time (MyLaps BibTag)
1 Mile: Untimed
START TIMES
8:00 am - Race Day Registration & Late Packet Pick Up
9:00 am - 5K & 1 Mile Start (Follow signs to Section 46)
REGISTRATION
5K Run/Walk
$25 - Early Bird through April 15
$30 - April 16 through July 15
$35 - Race Day (credit card only)
1 Mile Run/Walk
$20 - Early Bird through April 15 ($70 - Family Rate; maximum 4 members)
$25 - April 16 through July 13
$30 - Race Day (credit card only)
All mailed pre-registered entries must be received by Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Please make checks payable to: Hermes Sports & Events
Mail entries to:
Hermes Sports and Events
2425 West 11th St., Suite #2
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
EARLY PACKET PICK UP
Friday, July 12 from 12-4pm
The Gathering Place - West (25425 Center Ridge Rd, Westlake, OH 44145)
If you can pick up packets for friends/family, that would be a big help to keep the lines short on Race Day.
WHAT YOU GET
Commemorative towel Custom Be Like Cathy silicone bracelet B-Tag Chip Timing (5K only) Age Group Awards Post-Race Refreshments
Cathy Fischer wants you to be safe - see link to a 20% discount from Road ID by clicking HERE https://roadid.com/pages/groupdiscount?rfsn=7808235.32ff458&utm_source=teamsprogram&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=teamsgroupsclubs-20percentdiscount
AWARDS (5K ONLY)
Top male and top female finishers and the top three (3) finishers both male and female in the following age categories will receive trophies:
(14 & Under) (15-19) (20-24) (25-29) (30-34) (35-39) (40-44) (45-49) (50-54) (55-59) (60-64) (65-69) (70-74) (75-79) (80-84) (85 & Over)
MORE INFORMATION
For more information, contact Hermes Sports & Events at 216-623-9933.
Location
Sunset Memorial Park - Follow signs to Section 46, 6265 Columbia Rd, North Olmsted, 44070, OH, United States
Cathy Fischer Memorial Walk and Run
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