Virginia Ann Brophy's PMC

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MY PMC Total

$8,195.00

PMC TOTAL

$8,195.00

GOAL

$8,500.00

Why I Hope You Will Donate

When I take part in the PMC ride scheduled for August 3 & 4 it will be my third time participating; my 1st ride was in 1988 in honor of my father who died of cancer that year; my 2nd ride was in 2018 in honor of my sister Martha who succumbed to cancer in 2016. If I were to devote one annual ride to each friend and family member that has suffered and/or died from this disease, sadly I would be riding for decades. I have witnessed the difference research makes; I have friends and family that, despite a dire initial diagnosis, have successfully, and healthily lived with cancer for years due to their respective participations in test studies. These studies are only made possible through funding and while it may seem like just a budget line item, it is literally the difference between life and death for too many, including my sister – for them it's a race against time. Martha’s cancer was only stage 1 when discovered but unfortunately she was not lucky enough to find a test study in time to save her-I hope that together we can change that trend for all the future sisters, brothers, friends, etc. and that we ultimately will win this war. For me last year's ride was spiritual; my sister was with me every single minute. For the war on cancer, the funds raised by the ride are but a small grain of sand on a very large beach; a helpful contribution but much more is required. Please consider becoming a foot soldier in this war by donating to my profile page. Every penny and positive thought is needed and appreciated. This year I am riding on a team called Team Berio; named after our Pedal Partner Dylan Berio, an 11 year old boy who has been battling brain cancer since he was two. Although Dylan does not ride, he is appropriately called our pedal partner because the pedaling propelling the ride is 100% powered by his spirit, and the spirits of our loved ones also devastated by this disease. Please consider putting your power behind the pedals too by making a donation, thank you!

100% of rider-raised revenue goes directly to support the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's commitment to finding a cure, therefore, you can rest assured that your donation is well spent!

MARTHA

Our hearts are broken, our tears cannot dry

God has taken our dear sister Martha, and we cannot fathom why

She was too young to go, of that we are sure

Her family is bereft, since the day she was no more

Our lives forever altered, the void cannot be filled,

Each day is tinged with sadness, since Martha’s life was stilled

We are floundering here dear Lord, our prayers so far unheeded

Perhaps dear Lord you did not know how much our Martha was needed?

Her family and friends are at a loss, stumbling through the days

Trying to find some comfort and answers to our questions through the haze

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Martha our dear sister full of life, love and joy

Always in our hearts, absent from our lives

Rest in peace our dear Martha, securely in the know

That your loving family will never let you go

We could not stop the evil tide that swept your life away

But working hard to alter the course; usher in a new day

We WILL DEFEAT THIS THIEF OF LIFE who stole our loved ones dear

Through the efforts of many, that day is surely near

Why I Hope You Will Donate

MARTHA

Our hearts are broken, our tears cannot dry

God has taken our dear sister Martha, and we cannot fathom why

She was too young to go, of that we are sure

Her family is bereft, since the day she was no more

Our lives forever altered, the void cannot be filled,

Each day is tinged with sadness, since Martha’s life was stilled

We are floundering here dear Lord, our prayers so far unheeded

Perhaps dear Lord you did not know how much our Martha was needed?

Her family and friends are at a loss, stumbling through the days

Trying to find some comfort and answers to our questions through the haze

____________________________________________________________________

Martha our dear sister full of life, love and joy

Always in our hearts, absent from our lives

Rest in peace our dear Martha, securely in the know

That your loving family will never let you go

We could not stop the evil tide that swept your life away

But working hard to alter the course; usher in a new day

We WILL DEFEAT THIS THIEF OF LIFE who stole our loved ones dear

Through the efforts of many, that day is surely near

My Supporters

Facebook Fundraisers	$205.00
Anonymous Yay, Ann! You are amazing!
Charleen Tyson Good luck!! I hope you have an amazing beautiful ride. Hope to see you before the summer is over!	$120.00
Karen Slote
irene barry The love and devotion you express each year that you give of yourself to this event is an inspiration. It is such a wonderful way to spread hope for a future with less lives lost to cancer. Good Luck!
Conrad Hall Good luck to you Ann!
Alison Leonard Great job & greater cause! Thank you for riding!
Maura Dunn Good Luck !	$50.00
Emily Manders
Charles Brophy Ann good luck on the race.
Linda Nash
Loretta Connolly Good luck Ann. You are terrific. Loretta	$200.00
Sandra Heath You are an inspiration, Ann Brophy!!	$120.00
Meghan Fresta You are awesome! Congratulations on this monumental achievement, again! And good luck!	$100.00
sl woodworth Hi there...wishing you a great ride this year and what a great thing you are doing. I work with your husband Chris and heard you were riding....again best of luck!	$25.00
Kathleen Weiler
Mary Goodwin Good luck Ann!!	$100.00
Eileen McBride Good luck Ann! Thank you for all your hard work and commitment to such a great cause, Eileen & John
Melody Maurer Thank you, Ann, for your commitment to the cure! With you all the way-Bob & Melody	$100.00
Kristen Shaughnessy	$20.00
Darilynn Evans Larry and I are happy to support you and your efforts in helping to find a cure for cancer. Best of luck!	$100.00
Janet Placek Good luck Ann, so wonderful you do this!
Jena Ulak
Wanda & Scott Creeger We'll be riding with you in spirit. Ann, admire and appreciate you so much for doing the ride.
Susan Turgiss Ann. Thank you for riding for Martha - so much love for a wonderful sister and a great cause. Susan and Bob	$100.00
Anonymous	$120.00
George Couto	$50.00
Ronnie & Dave McMorris	$100.00
Kathryn O'Malley Your dedication is inspiring, good luck in your training, and have a great ride !
Thomas Kinnealey Ann, thanks so much for doing this - it’s an expression of love, loss, remembrance, tribute, determination to make a difference and a change, all wrapped up in one - for all of us.	$275.00
Matthew Brothers What you are doing is very special and I'm happy to be able to help you towards your mission.	$50.00
william hogan Here you go again!!!	$200.00
Allen Bernier
Rose Buckley	$40.00
William Flaherty Thank you!	$250.00
Jennifer Watts
Robert Clement Go Ann! You're an inspiration to sit next to	$25.00
Rose Buckley Good luck!	$40.00
elaine kelleher Good Luck Ann!	$30.00
Michael Sandoval Thank you for all your efforts!
Suzanne Harrington Ann you are a true inspiration! Good luck!
David Chamberlain Thank you Ann for your determination to help cure cancer!	$30.00
Nancy Bailey Keep up the hard work! Thank you for riding!
Russell Dieter
Adrienne Pretti I love you and am blessed to know you and your wonderful family.	$100.00
Kathy Merritt Ann, you are amazing! Thank you for doing this!	$20.00
Ann Childs
Michael Savage Go girl go!!	$25.00
Elizabeth Pinkus Ann, you are my hero! We are all so thankful for women like you!
Mary Foley Ann, thank you for doing this. I think of Martha frequently and I know she’d be so proud of you. Mary	$60.00
Anonymous	$20.00
daniel landers Go Ann! Go!	$60.00
Christine Ledin
Joseph Tansey Good luck Ann.
Patricia Meaden Thank you for riding. It takes a huge commitment to tackle this ride! I'm donating in memory of my Mom, Nancy Tucker, who lost her battle with breast cancer.	$100.00
Jennifer Peden Good luck Ann!	$20.00
Wendy Zanellato
John Mcgregor
Ellen Spadorcia Additional donation - thanks for the tip on getting a discount on auto insurance. :)	$5.00
Ellen Spadorcia You're amazing Ann! With folks like you fighting, I know we can make a difference!	$20.00
Myles Prudente Good job Anne and good luck in the race!	$20.00
Kayla Correia
Frank O. Waterman & Associates, Inc You rock Annie!
Thomas Ogrodnik Martha's smile is beaming that you are battling to support cancer research in a way that's so appropriate and meaningful to you. Thank you Ann!
Mary Hogan Martha will be with u all the way!
john kinnealey	$150.00
Chris Kandianis You are amazing!	$250.00
Matthew Hogan You are an inspiration for us all Ann Love you Matt & Faye	$75.00
Jeannette Herr Have a great ride, for a great cause. Stay safe Ann
Molly Ogrodnik
Loretta Connolly Ann, you are an inspiration! Train carefully and good luck, Love, Loretta	$150.00
Genine Murray	$20.00
Deborah Guaragna Wow, Ann, it’s wonderful that you’re doing this again! Good Luck! Love, Debbie and Peter	$50.00
Jack Wheaton Way to go Ann! Jack & Korey	$200.00
Jesse Goff This is a wonderful thing to do, Ann... xoxo
Anonymous You strong, amazing woman. Enjoy the ride with Martha. ????
Nanette Spoehr You are amazing Ann! Wonderful cause and incredible physical challenge. May the wind be on your back??	$50.00
Lydia Hogan So inspired by you Ann!! Love you xx
marian hannan You are SO incredible! Thanks for letting us (virtually) ride along with you and support your wonderful efforts! Much love and luck, Marian & Hillary	$250.00
Sandra Heath Hi Ann, have a great ride!! Sandy Heath	$25.00
Laura Gabel-Hartman Ann, I think this is wonderful--what a great tribute to your dad and to Martha. All the best to you and to Dylan!

My History

2019	$8,195.00	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
2018	$6,250.00	Sturbridge to Provincetown Inn (2-Day)
1988	$0.00	PMC Rider

Virginia Ann Brophy's PMC

Virginia Ann Brophy's PMC

MY PMC Total

$8,195.00

PMC TOTAL

$8,195.00

GOAL

$8,500.00

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