SUE

Last year in late April, I found out that a softball friend of mine was battling cancer.  I had known Sue for over 29 years and we had played on many teams together. On the day of the Ride to Conquer Cancer last year, I had someone write her name on my leg.  I took a photo and sent it to her saying that she would be riding with me the whole way.  Sue was touched and thanked me for thinking of her.

And that was Sue.  Always so positive, thinking of others, always a kind word to say.  Last year, the softball league created the "Sue Cannon Sportswoman of the Year" award which would be awarded to the player who exhibits qualities of fairness, courtesy and grace in winning and defeat.  Sue embodied all those qualities and more.  Whenever she played, win or lose, she always had a smile for you and a joke to share.

Today the sky above is shining a little brighter.  Late Sunday afternoon, April 19, Sue lost her battle with cancer.  She was surrounded by her family and close friends. She posted on Facebook the day before she died that her bags were packed and that she was awaiting her final boarding call.  She didn't know what the journey would hold but knew that it would be an adventure.  It was a testament to her character that many people replied wishing her a safe journey and that it was a privilege to know her.

I know that as of today, heaven has a star ball player and an angel for the ages. She was, is and always will be an inspiration to us all.

Rest in peace Sue.  Your journey here on earth has ended but a new journey is just beginning.

My 2015 Ride to Conquer Cancer will also be dedicated to Sue Cannon.

Please help me in the fight against this dreaded disease and make a donation to my ride.  Whether it be large or small, every dollar counts.  Please click on the link below.

Jill Endacott - Ride To Conquer Cancer 2015

LUC

When I first started this ride in 2013, my sister in law called me and asked if I would include a name among the ones I was already carrying.  Judy asked me to ride for her brother-in-law Luc who was battling a brain tumour.  I immediately added his name to the list and it was on the design that I had submitted for the team shirt when we rode from Montreal to Quebec City.  I remember as we crossed the finish line all those people were in my thoughts.  Those that had fought the battle and won, those that had passed away and those who were still fighting.

After two and a half years, Luc lost his battle on Sunday at the age of 53.

Luc was a loving husband and father who cherished his family and friends.  According to my brother, he was a proud man who loved the outdoors and loved to travel.  He leaves behind family and friends who loved and cherished him and will miss him tremendously.  Last June, just before my bike ride, I saw Luc for what was to be the last time.  He thanked me for doing the ride and raising the funds saying that I should be proud of what I had accomplished.

In 2015, I will once again be making the trek from Montreal to Quebec City.  And once again, Luc will be riding with my teammates and I. I am proud of what I have accomplished but feel there's so much more to do.  I would like a world where our children or our children's children no longer have to hear the word CANCER.

Luc - I dedicate my 2015 ride to you.

Please help me in the fight against this dreaded disease and make a donation.  Whether it be large or small, every dollar counts.  Please click on the link below.  I appreciate your help!

http://www.conquercancer.ca/site/TR/Events/Montreal2015?px=2645026&pg=personal&fr_id=1522