09/25/2026
This weekend I am walking to honor my dad and try to help support a great organization to find a way to make it curable. If you are in the Galesburg area, come on out with me, my family, and others on this walk. It will be out at Lake Story, Saturday September 26th 2026. My daughter has started a page which is linked below for more info.
A little over six years ago we lost an amazing man to this horrible condition. It takes away the ability to remember how to do the basic things like how to chew and swallow food or liquids. Most of the times not recognizing that you are hungry or thirsty. That in turn weakens the body and the ability to fight off things. The worst part is not remembering some of the people who love you and have been in your life throughout the years.
I think of him everyday and do my best to walk in his shoes. I miss being able to have a conversation with him, or have him work on a project together with him. He touched a lot of people in his life, and was always there when anyone needed him. Thank you dad, until we meet again, I will do my best to carry the torch.
I am participating in Walk to End Alzheimer's. Donate today and help me reach my goal.