Henderson named honorary chair for Relay


Published/Last Modified on Wednesday, April 29, 2009 4:05 PM MDT


Howard N. Henderson has been selected by the American Cancer’s Society Relay for Life planning committee to serve as honorary chair for 2009 Event.


Henderson has been an active member of the Douglas community since moving here in 1984.  Since the arrival of Relay for Life in Douglas 15 years ago, he has given much needed airtime and publicity to promoting this phenomenal event.  The committee appreciates the dedication and commitment “Mr. Wonderful” shows to them year after year. 

Relay For Life is a life changing event that brings together more than 3.5 million people to: celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, rememberR loved ones lost to the disease, and fight back against a disease that takes too much.  Relay is a community event that represents the HOPE that those lost to cancer will never be forgotten, those fighting the disease will be supported and that one day cancer will be eliminated.

This family-oriented team event brings participants from all parts of the community together in a “celebration of life.” Businesses, civic clubs, churches, friends, and families take turns walking in relay fashion while they also celebrate the critical role the American Cancer Society plays in the fight against cancer.

This year more than 5,000 events will be held in 20 countries.  In the United States more than 3 million Americans including 500,000 survivors are expected to participate.

“The vital research and programs of the American Cancer Society are leading the way to eliminating cancer as a major health problem.  More funds raised translate into more lives saved” said event organizers.

The public is invited to attend the 2009 Kick-off barbacoa fundraiser to be held on Saturday, May 2, 2009, beginning at 11:00 A.M. at the Douglas Noon Lion’s Club, 1501 9th Street.  The cost is $6.00 per person. 

The 2009 Relay – “Cartooning 4 a Cure” will take place on Saturday, October 3 – 4, 2009.  For more information or to participate, please call (520) 227-7125 or (520) 249-0163. 

The American Cancer Society is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by saving lives, diminishing suffering and preventing cancer through research, education, advocacy and service.

 

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Comments

    Proud Relayer wrote on Apr 30, 2009 11:59 AM:

    " Cogratulations to not only Mr. Henderson but also to the dedicated Relay volunteers who do so much to ensure this event continues to grow in our community. Without the committment of these people, much needed research dollars would not be raised to continue the fight against this dreaded disease. Keep up the good work and may you continue to pay it forward and receive blessings for all you do!!! "

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