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 Kerryn Mccann Battles Cancer |
 Dec 8 2008, 08:43 AM
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CoolRunner  Group: Forum Member Posts: 70 Joined: 12-August 05 From: sydney Member No.: 5,849  |
I will never forget you Kerry, your spirit will live on!
My prayers are with her family during this tough time. -------------------- "I always loved running...it was something you could do by yourself, and under your own power. You could go in any direction, fast or slow as you wanted, fighting the wind if you felt like it, seeking out new sights just on the strength of your feet and the courage of your lungs." Jesse Owens |
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Dec 8 2008, 09:00 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 160 Joined: 18-July 03 From: Shell Cove, NSW Member No.: 1,894 |
RIP Kerryn.
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Dec 8 2008, 09:02 AM
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 1.21 Jiggawatts Group: CoolRunning Administrator Posts: 1,123 Joined: 23-May 05 From: Sydney Member No.: 5,260 |
It hasn't made the news sites yet but there are a couple of emails to the ACT RUN list that Kerryn McCann lost her battle with cancer this morning.
Very sad news |
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Dec 8 2008, 09:09 AM
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 CoolRunner Group: CoolRunning Staff Posts: 7,662 Joined: 1-August 01 From: Sydney Member No.: 1 |
http://www.illawarramercury.com.au/news/lo...le/1380174.aspx
QUOTE Kerryn McCann dies after cancer battle JODIE MINUS 8/12/2008 10:05:00 AM Dual Commonwealth Games gold medalist Kerryn McCann has died after losing her second battle with cancer. The 41-year-old from Coledale passed away early this morning. McCann leaves behind her husband, Greg, and three children, Josie, 4, Benton, 10 and Cooper, 1. The champion marathon runner successfully fought her first health battle in 2007, after surgeons removed a cancerous tumour from her breast. She began chemotherapy in September that year and by May had thrown away her wig and resumed her rigorous jogging routine. ``There was a time I thought I would die, that I would never see my children grow up,'' she told the Mercury earlier this year. ``I am happy and relieved to be able to pull on a pair of running shoes again, but cancer changes your priorities.'' But four months ago, Mr McCann confirmed that his wife was again being treated by doctors, this time for a secondary cancer in her liver. Sadly it was a battle she did not win. McCann and Jane McGrath, wife of the Australian fast bowler Glenn, supported each other through their cancer battles. Mrs McGrath died in June. and also: http://www.smh.com.au/news/sport/kerryn-mc...8584698422.html and http://www.smh.com.au/interactive/2008/nat...cann/index.html This post has been edited by JoggerKev: Dec 8 2008, 09:41 AM -------------------- |
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Dec 8 2008, 09:14 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 166 Joined: 23-October 07 From: Abottsford Park Member No.: 14,019 |
Rest in peace Kerryn, we will never forget you...
My prayers are with her family. |
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Dec 8 2008, 09:16 AM
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 keeps on keeping on Group: Forum Member Posts: 2,663 Joined: 26-April 04 From: Little Bay Member No.: 2,902 |
Very sad news. RIP Kerryn. We will never forget you. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.
-------------------- Nothing is impossible..................follow your dreams and make them happen
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Dec 8 2008, 09:19 AM
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trailrunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 3,557 Joined: 25-March 02 From: Sydney Member No.: 293 |
RIP Kerryn, your memory lives on.
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Dec 8 2008, 09:27 AM
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Still dreaming... Group: Forum Member Posts: 6,185 Joined: 13-February 02 From: Kings Langley Member No.: 226 |
RIP Kerryn...you did us proud.
-------------------- "You don't need to be faster than the lion chasing you; just faster than the slowest person being chased" - African game reserve guide
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Dec 8 2008, 09:31 AM
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Im gutted!
You fought a great fight Kerryn and we will all be inspired by your courage and fortitude. You took that steely determination you always showed on the track and gave it everything. At the end that is all we can do. We will all miss you and will remember |
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Dec 8 2008, 09:34 AM
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 1000-club gold-rated CoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 1,103 Joined: 12-July 04 From: BEACON HILL Member No.: 3,278 |
Terrible news. A very sad time for her young family, friends and the running community.
-------------------- I'm a fast runner, trapped in a slow body.
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Dec 8 2008, 09:35 AM
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 1000-club gold-rated CoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 1,045 Joined: 25-April 08 From: Margate Beach, QLD Member No.: 15,055 |
Really, really sad
-------------------- "I may be slow, but I'm persistent!" |
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Dec 8 2008, 09:35 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 643 Joined: 22-August 01 From: Castle Hill Member No.: 26 |
Devastating news. It almost defies belief that only a couple of years ago she ran onto the MCG a national hero winning the Commonwealth marathon. We've all lost a wonderful runner and person, but I feel most sorry for her kids.
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Dec 8 2008, 09:37 AM
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CoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 40 Joined: 7-May 04 From: Coburg, Melbourne Member No.: 2,956 |
For all those that sometimes sit there and think it is all too hard to go out running, Kerryn was an inspiration and has inspired existign runners to train harder, but also new runners to take it up.
The final 3km at the Comm Games is why athletes push themselves so hard and the memory will remain with at least this runner who often uses that last lap to go that little bit harder. very sad news. -------------------- 2009 targets
10km - 46mins Half - 100mins GOR Half Bristol City promoted to Premier League ....will settle for 3 of the 4 |
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Dec 8 2008, 09:42 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 347 Joined: 24-August 05 From: Sydney Member No.: 5,949 |
Really sad news.
My sincere sympathies to her husband Greg and her three children. -------------------- 6ft Sicko Wannabe
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Dec 8 2008, 09:44 AM
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CoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 42 Joined: 15-October 04 From: Edithvale, Vic Member No.: 3,866 |
Absolutely devatstaing. After being at the MCG the day Kerryn won the Comm Games marathon and being overcome with emotion at the sheer will power of one woman, I just cannot believe this has happened.
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Dec 8 2008, 09:50 AM
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veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 338 Joined: 18-April 02 From: Terrigal Central coast Member No.: 336 |
so very very sad
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Dec 8 2008, 09:50 AM
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CoolRunner Group: CoolRunning Staff Posts: 7,662 Joined: 1-August 01 From: Sydney Member No.: 1 |
For an elite athlete of world-standing she was remarkably approachable - we often saw her at runs where she came across as just another member of the Kembla Joggers. Happy to talk to anyone, very nice person. Obviously a very sad time for Kerryn's family, KJs, and the fact that no matter how fit your are, some things are just random. I hope everyone will give their significant female an extra hug of gratitude today.
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Dec 8 2008, 09:52 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 509 Joined: 9-October 06 From: Sydney, Lindfield Member No.: 9,350 |
The whole running community will mourn in the lost of a fantastic person. She wasn't an athletic, just a wonderful person with the gift of fantastic running ability. She will live in our books of legends, more so than anyone else in Australia's world of Athletics.
She will be missed. -------------------- I run like I mean it!
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Dec 8 2008, 10:02 AM
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 runs on Tooheys New and Heinz baked beans Group: Forum Member Posts: 1,036 Joined: 12-July 04 From: Crows Nest, Sydney Member No.: 3,272 |
Very sad news. RIP Kerryn.
My heartfelt condolences go out to her family. -------------------- "Men, today we die a little."
Emil Zatopek at the start of the Olympic Marathon |
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Dec 8 2008, 10:04 AM
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 1000-club gold-rated CoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 1,425 Joined: 11-August 04 From: Queens Park Member No.: 3,455 |
Godspeed, Kerryn.
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Dec 8 2008, 10:08 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 170 Joined: 20-January 05 From: Sydney Member No.: 4,450 |
RIP Kerryn. Heartfelt condolences to Kerryn's family and friends.
Kerryn's warmth, encouragement and personal achievements have inspired thousands of runners and will not be forgotten. |
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Dec 8 2008, 10:09 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 305 Joined: 8-October 08 From: Brisbane Member No.: 17,356 |
Very sad.
She had so much to live for and from what I have read she desperately wanted to see her beautiful kids grow up. Such a shame, so very unfair for any family. |
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Dec 8 2008, 10:12 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 259 Joined: 28-April 08 From: St Kilda Member No.: 15,093 |
My heartfelt sympathy to Kerryn's family and friends at this time. Such a sad day for all.
-------------------- 2010 Goals
Enjoy running consistently and staying injury free Complete my first marathon...... 45k Great Ocean Road Marathon Rell's Run 4 Ryan |
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Dec 8 2008, 10:18 AM
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veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 444 Joined: 6-January 04 From: Brisbane Member No.: 2,438 |
I was lucky enough to meet Kerryn at the Noosa Half and she was as warm, friendly and approachable as everyone says she is.
This is just devastating news and as Dr JH said - my first thoughts were how on earth could this happen only two years after she ran into the G in triumph? My heart goes out to her family. Thanks for the memories Kerryn. PM -------------------- http://puntermattrunningblog.blogspot.com/
Follow my Journey and the Pat Carroll Running Group as I strive for a place on the annual list of Australia's Fastest 100 Marathon times requiring a sub 2:43-2.45 Marathon! |
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Dec 8 2008, 10:21 AM
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 don't take my word for it ... Group: Forum Member Posts: 2,569 Joined: 7-October 03 From: Port Macquarie Member No.: 2,216 |
truly tragic news. Thoughts are with her family and friends.
Such a loss for the running community. Thanks for the memories Kerryn. I'll never, EVER forget that 06 Gold - one of the most spine-tingliest moments in Aussie sport
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Dec 8 2008, 10:24 AM
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 1000-club gold-rated CoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 3,527 Joined: 23-August 01 From: Balmain within sight of the Bay Run Member No.: 30 |
Condolences to the family.
Absolutely incredible that such a short time ago she thrilled us with the gutsy win in the marathon in Melbourne and is no no longer with us. An inspiration to all runners and a wonderful role model as a mother and wife. You will be sadly missed but thanks for the wonderful memories. -------------------- |
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Dec 8 2008, 10:24 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 739 Joined: 15-December 06 From: Forster Member No.: 10,178 |
What a great loss - and what sad news.
So young ... -------------------- "If you can dream it, you can do it." - Walt Disney
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Dec 8 2008, 10:26 AM
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CoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 46 Joined: 18-January 06 From: Canberra Member No.: 7,025 |
RIP Kerryn. You were a true inspiration.
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Dec 8 2008, 10:31 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 185 Joined: 11-June 03 From: collingwood Member No.: 1,717 |
very sad news, i'll never forget those last 300 metres at the mcg in 2006.RIP.
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Dec 8 2008, 10:35 AM
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CoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 17 Joined: 25-March 07 Member No.: 11,905 |
I burst into tears on hearing the news this morning. Although I have never met Kerryn, I was inspired by her perfomances over the past few decades both as a representative of our country and a passionate fun runner. It seems so cruel so unfair. RIP Kerryn.
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Dec 8 2008, 10:36 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 500 Joined: 19-August 02 From: Central Coast, NSW Member No.: 585 |
My silent inspiration, mentor and hero......a deep overwhelming wave of sadness now.
I will never forget the long 12 hour return bus trip and "sickie" from work to come to Melbourne just to see Kerryn run the finish of the Commonwealth Games. She made it so worthwhile by winning that Gold....and me leaving with a mild case of laryngitis. I have her pinned on my wall in front of the treadmill since, greeting me each morning at 4.30am to start my run...with the words "agony and ecstacy" written above her photo. Those words pretty much sum up the last 2 years of Kerryn's life, although I doubt the significance they could have ever imagined when first decided for that centrefold pinup. She has left us with some incredibly humbling memories and strength to strive to achieve our own bests, whatever that may be. Miss Gazelle. |
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Dec 8 2008, 10:47 AM
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An absolute inspiration, on and off the running track.
No doubt her kids will grow up to be so very proud of their mum, but for now, sincere consolences and heart felt sympathies to her family. -------------------- "What you focus on expands"
2009 Goals 21.1k 1:36:xx (not attempted yet) 42.2k 3:27:xx (fail 3:34:34 at NYCM, try again next year) Half IM 5:29:xx (didn't train or enter this year... next year) |
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Dec 8 2008, 10:49 AM
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 Run away, run away, run away.... Group: CoolRunning Administrator Posts: 3,470 Joined: 26-August 02 From: Inner West, Sydney Member No.: 612 |
Sad. Very sad. Met her last year - when she was chasing me to have hold of my new son! A delightful lady. A few chats since then, and I feel privileged to call her a friend. I will admit to a tear being shed. Thoughts for the kids and hubby, extended family and all those friends. She will be dearly missed...
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Dec 8 2008, 10:50 AM
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 Ultra Groupie Group: ForumMember Posts: 2,936 Joined: 4-June 04 From: Brisbane Member No.: 3,095 |
What an inspirational
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Dec 8 2008, 10:58 AM
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 I beat Monas once... Group: Forum Member Posts: 1,608 Joined: 30-June 02 From: Cheltenham VIC Member No.: 470 |
Very sad news. Seeing Kerryn win the gold medal was for me the most memorable moment of the 2006 Commonwealth Games. A terrible loss to Australia, running and of course her family and friends. RIP Kerryn.
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Dec 8 2008, 11:12 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 947 Joined: 27-June 08 From: CANBERRA Member No.: 15,828 |
Life deals cruel blows, and another one has been struck.
Very sad news ... my thoughts and wishes go out to her family and friends. A terrible time. |
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Dec 8 2008, 11:15 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 488 Joined: 25-June 06 From: Blue Mountains NSW Member No.: 8,378 |
Kerryn has been such an inspiration, and the memory of both her gutsy running and her battle with cancer will continue to inspire. So very, very unfair and such a great loss. Can't help but ask 'why'?
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Dec 8 2008, 11:17 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 459 Joined: 27-March 04 From: Upper Blue Mtns, Sydney Member No.: 2,765 |
Such sad, sad news. My thoughts are with Kerryns family and friends through this really difficult time.
Kerryn was such an inspiration and will be very deeply missed by many people. RIP Kerryn. |
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Dec 8 2008, 11:22 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 745 Joined: 22-September 04 From: Sans Souci Member No.: 3,721 |
Sadly another life cut too short. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time.
-------------------- Behind every beautiful thing there's been some kind of pain.
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Dec 8 2008, 11:27 AM
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1000-club gold-rated CoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 3,527 Joined: 23-August 01 From: Balmain within sight of the Bay Run Member No.: 30 |
Commonwealt Games Marathon finish
For those who want to see and hear it again. Even more emotional at this time. -------------------- |
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Dec 8 2008, 11:31 AM
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Very sad news.
My condolences to her family and friends. |
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Dec 8 2008, 11:37 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 762 Joined: 24-January 03 From: Doncaster - Victoria Member No.: 1,144 |
My thoughts are with her family and friends. Kerryn was an inpirational woman and loved by many, she will be dearly missed, may she rest in peace.
-------------------- Gold Coast Half Marathon (July 2009) 1:37:11 PERSONAL BEST :)
Alice Springs Marathon (August 2009) 3:49:44 6 FOOT TRACK 2010 ? Peekie's Blog link? |
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Dec 8 2008, 11:38 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 702 Joined: 11-June 07 From: Adelaide Member No.: 13,125 |
Really sad news.
RIP Kerryn |
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Dec 8 2008, 11:50 AM
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 CoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 14 Joined: 30-January 08 From: Bona Vista Vic Member No.: 14,639 |
RIP Kerryn. You were such an inspiration, this is terribly sad news.
-------------------- PASS THE WEAK, HURDLE THE DEAD.....
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Dec 8 2008, 11:51 AM
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1000-club gold-rated CoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 1,036 Joined: 7-May 02 From: Newcastle Member No.: 380 |
How very sad.I weep for her family who have lost such a wonderful wife and mother at such a young age.Rest in Peace.Kerryn.
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Dec 8 2008, 11:54 AM
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 veryCoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 455 Joined: 29-November 05 From: Sydney Member No.: 6,668 |
A very sad day indeed.
-------------------- Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that.
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Dec 8 2008, 11:59 AM
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 almost a 1000-club gold-rated CoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 966 Joined: 14-September 04 From: Highett, Melbourne Member No.: 3,662 |
QUOTE (JoggerKev @ Dec 8 2008, 10:50 AM)  For an elite athlete of world-standing she was remarkably approachable - we often saw her at runs where she came across as just another member of the Kembla Joggers. Happy to talk to anyone, very nice person. Obviously a very sad time for Kerryn's family, KJs, and the fact that no matter how fit your are, some things are just random. I hope everyone will give their significant female an extra hug of gratitude today. Well said Kevin! Kerryn and her family have become more victims of this horrible disease. She leaves behind a legacy of wonderful memories and a loving family. Her Marathon win 2 years ago will stay in my mind forever as one of the greatest finishes I have ever seen. As Kevin said, Cancer is random and I lost my wife (and mother of 4 children) to cancer some years ago. Coincidentally at the same age (41) as Kerryn. Her family and friends will miss her deeply and all of Australia will mourn her passing. Never think that we are bullet proof and and that our loved ones will live forever. Show your love now! (don't just talk about it) You never know what tomorrow will bring. RIP Kerryn Cato -------------------- "Runs like a fat labrador and breathes like an obscene phone call"
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Dec 8 2008, 12:02 PM
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 CoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 85 Joined: 2-October 05 From: Frankston Member No.: 6,253 |
Such a sad day. Clearly an inspiration to many including myself and I'll never forget being at the 'G to experience an unbelievable moment in Australian sporting history...
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Dec 8 2008, 12:04 PM
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 1000-club gold-rated CoolRunner Group: Forum Member Posts: 1,406 Joined: 14-March 06 From: Hills District Sydney Member No.: 7,476 |
This is such sad news, she was a great runner and was always very bright and smiling.
I will never forget when she ran in the NSW Road Relay Championships a few years ago and she ran the race on her own and she finished ahead of the other female teams. I guess we dont know when our time will come, so it is important to make the most of your time here, and make sure your loved ones know how you feel about them. -------------------- "Why walk, when you can run there" from Make it last by Kate Miller Heidke
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Dec 8 2008, 12:06 PM
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 2010 The Year of New Challenges Group: Forum Member Posts: 3,105 Joined: 15-June 02 From: Western Sydney Member No.: 451 |
I truly elite athlete and person with not an enemy in the world.
Life, at times is not fair and this is one of those times. May she rest in peace. Condolances to her family. -------------------- |
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