My wife, Natalie, was a vibrant person who loved life.  She and I had two wonderful daughters and we lived a fantastic life.  She traveled the world with a giving, loving heart.  She lived.  Natalie was diagnosed with ALS in April of 2023.  She progressed , until she was trapped inside a body that no longer functioned…unable to move, eat, drink, or talk.  On August 17, 2023 she lost her battle with ALS.  I held her as she took her last breathes and I said good-bye. She fought to the end with courage and grace.  This ride is for Natalie and all those suffering with ALS.  Natalie would be honored if you would donate and help end this brutal disease.

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I will be riding with my Thunder Buddy, Diane Heavey, who helped take care of Natalie in our darkest days.  Diane has supported many ALS patients and families, including her father, Leonard, who died in 2005.  My family and I are humbled by her generosity and caring heart.  Thank you Diane.