The Dr. John McCormick Foundation is organizing a 5K Race Walk called the Derby Days Dash that will run on July 11. The goal is to raise funds and awareness to support pancreatic cancer research. John, a 22-year resident of Redmond lost his battle to pancreatic cancer in 2007 at the age of 56. Dr. McCormick left behind his wife, Ann, and four children--Kinsey, Kerry, Johnny, Meghan.
REGISTRATION & START LINE:
Redmond Town Center Mall
Bear Creek Pkwy & Leary Way
Redmond, WA.
Redmond Town Center Mall
Bear Creek Pkwy & Leary Way
Redmond, WA.
WHEN:
July 11, 2010 at 09:00 AM
July 11, 2010 at 09:00 AM
John received his undergraduate degree from Stanford University, and graduated from USC Medical School. After moving to Redmond in 1985, John practiced orthopedic surgery on the Eastside for for over two decades while raising four children with his wife, Ann.
John McCormick's son, Johnny is organizing the event and is excited about your participation and any support you can give! Brian and Elizabeth Hansford of Zephyr 47 is supporting the event with promotions and registration. They have also helped organize the PTSA Hawk Run/Walk.
Cancer Resources:
Swedish Pancreatic Cancer Web Page
Evergreen Hospital general cancer patient information
Overlake Hospital Cancer Center patient resources
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