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Honored Heroes
Our Inspirations
Athens
Bobby, Remembered Hero
Bobby was diagnosed with Juvenile Myelomonocytic Leukemia at just six weeks old.
He went through chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant, but tragically passed away after picking up an infection that affected his brain, liver and heart.
Bobby had only a one in a million chance of being diagnosed with JMML and he was one of the youngest to be diagnosed with the disease.
Steve, Honored Hero
Steve is a husband and father of two, currently living with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia.
Steve and his family have been attending the Walk since it began in Athens.
He enjoys spending time with his grandchildren, boating and model railroads.
Atlanta
Kim, Remembered Hero
Kim was diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in January 2002. Her battle was short but "long" and she tragically passed in June 2002.
During her struggle she never complained, and led a courageous and exemplary battle. She continues to serve as inspiration to us all.
Marcus, Remembered Hero
Marcus was an adoring son, loving brother, proud uncle, dear nephew and devoted friend. Even when diagnosed with Lymphoma in the summer of 1996, he never lost his spirit.
Tragically Marcus lost his life in 1998. His family and friends relentlessly fight for a cure.
Samariona, Honored Hero
Samariona is a fifth grader at LH Williams Elementary who is diagnosed with Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia.
She likes to sing and dance, especially while at school. She also loves to draw.
Mike, Honored Hero
Mike was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia in February of 2010. After a heavy course of chemotherapy, his cancer went into remission.
Sadly, Mike's cancer has recently returned, but he refuses to give up!
Preslie, Honored Hero
Three months before Preslie's second birthday, she was diagnosed with ALL Pre-B leukemia. Just 34 days after her diagnosis, she went into remission thanks to her chemotherapy treatment. Several tough months followed, as Preslie took part in a study that required her to be in the hospital every two weeks until September of 2009.
Her diagnosis has brought their family even closer and has taught them to view life as precious. Now four years old, Preslie continues her chemotherapy, but loves to paint, do puzzles and anything that has to do with princesses.
Preslie and her family are so grateful for everything you do for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Light The Night.
Augusta
Richard, Remembered Hero
Richard was an avid golfer, who nearly made the Senior PGA Tour. He was very
involved in the community and especially in his church.
Sadly, he was diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia and passed away in September of 2007. He is remembered and missed by his wife and two children.
His wife, Brenda, expressed her feelings about Richard's impact on her life:
"I have a big hole in the rest of my life because of the loss of Richard. He taught me to reach out and live, to handle what life throws at me. He told his own story in the way he lived. Our burdens were lighten because we divided them and our joys were intense because we shared them. I am left knowing that my world is a more joyful place because an ordinary man with an extraordinary heart passed through my life. I lost my anchor but I did not loose my way."
Davey, Honored Hero
Davey is a 17 year old who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in 2002.
Davey has a twin brother named Wil and enjoys being outdoors.
He is currently in treatment for cancer, but staying strong and finding time for his favorite activity- fishing!
General Harris, Honored Hero
Lieutenant General Bruce Harris retired from the United States Army in September of 1989 after more than thirty-three years of continuous active duty and two tours in Vietnam as an Army helicopter pilot.
At the time of his retirement General Harris was the Director of Information Systems for Command, Control, Communications and Computers in the Office of the Secretary of the Army, Washington, D.C.
Since his retirement, General Harris has worked with many of America's leading industries as a consultant on matters relating to the development of strategic and business plans, resource planning, budget formulation and proposal preparation and review. He and his wife Claudia now reside in Augusta.
General Harris was diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia in 1999. He sits on two Boards of Directors and enjoys reading, playing golf and doing yard work.
Savannah
David, Remembered Hero
David was a beloved father of two. He was a world traveler (he made speeches all over the world for his company about investing in the U.S. stock market).
He loved Scotch, good movies, and bad golf. He grew up in a trailer park in Dayton, Ohio and put himself through college and became very successful in the world of finance. He dreamed dreams, and then made them come true. He was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia in October of 2009.
Sadly, after three rounds of chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant, he passed away one year after his diagnosis.
Greyson, Honored Hero
Greyson was diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia (AML) in November, 2010 when he was 12 years old. He has undergone chemotherapy since then and completed his treatments in May.
Greyson attends Pinewood Christian Academy and is in the 8th grade. He loves football, paintball, video games and spending time with his family - Mom, Dad and brother Pace.
North Metro
Marion, Remembered Hero
In May of 2009, Marion was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma. After blood transfusions, chemotherapy, and multiple drug treatments, she lost her life just months after her diagnosis at the young age of 52.
She has left her legacy of three children to honor and remember her always.
John, Honored Hero
John and his family have been involved in Light The Night for years, but it was in 2010 that they would have a personal connection within their family when John was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma. He completed a six month chemotherapy regimen and finished his treatment in August of 2010. He's now in remission.
John and his family walk to inspire others and spread awareness!
