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2008-07-24 6:45 AM

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Subject: Time to say goodbye - my wife

Dear BT friends,

 I am overwhelmed by your kind words. I constantly tell people how great this sport is. I've learned that what makes it great is the people in it.

I would ask you to think of/pray for me today at noon central time. That's when her service and I am one of the speakers. In general, speaking doesn't bother me. But, I've never spoken at a memorial service, much less my wifes.

Many have asked if there is a way to support the family or a charity. There answer is yes to both. You may either send a donation to the Stephanie Johnson Memorial Fund, which will be used for my children, or you can make a donation to The Stephanie Johnson Triathlon, a Super Sprint I started in her honor last year to raise money for research and help other families in the battle against cancer.

The Stephanie Johnson Memorial Fund, c/o Kim Ridder, Amegy Bank N.A., 10811 Louetta Road, Houston, TX 77070 or via paypal at [email protected]

The Stephanie Johnson Triathlon at www.TriUntilTheresACure.org. Buy a ribbon of hope in honor/memory of someone you've known with cancer. Ribbons will be displayed at the race. This is a 501c3 non-profit charity, so all donations are tax deductible.

Also, we will be using 3 videos in the service today. As soon as possible, those will be put online. When they are ready, I'll post the links under this thread so you may see them. 

Finally, there is an Everlasting Memorial posted on mem.com. In the search box search by her name.

Again, thank you so much. I can't wait to get back to training and to see you at future races.

Sincerely,

Greg 



2008-07-24 7:21 AM
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Sending my prayers Greg. 
2008-07-24 7:37 AM
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Good luck Greg. Going to be a hard day. My thoughts are with you.
2008-07-24 7:58 AM
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You will be in our thoughts and prayers today, Greg.

Mark

2008-07-24 8:06 AM
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Praying bud. Hang in there.
2008-07-24 8:21 AM
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Oh Greg, big hugs for you and your kids today, all day, and I'll surely do some praying at lunch time.  I am sure you will do a wonderful job for your wife and your families and friends today no matter what happens.


2008-07-24 9:02 AM
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I've been thinking of your and your family all week. I will definitely be thinking of you at noon today. Stay strong Greg.
2008-07-24 9:38 AM
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thoughts and prayers.  thanks for the additional info.
2008-07-24 9:41 AM
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Hey thoughts are with you.
2008-07-24 10:26 AM
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Thoughts and prayer going out for you.  So sorry I can't be at the funeral for you.  I'll say a prayer for you!

cathleen

2008-07-24 10:35 AM
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My thoughts and prayers will be with you all at the service today, and thank you for sharing the ways we can help....I also hope to see you soon at a race.

If you need help with fitting in training and single parenting, just let BT know, I bet we have enough folks in your area that we can work something out to help that way, too.

Peace to you....


2008-07-24 11:13 AM
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Greg, I'm thinking of you and your family.
2008-07-24 11:35 AM
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Thirty minutes from now... you got it.

Heck, since I believe prayers operate outside the framework of time, I'll keep sending them.  You are stronger than you think you are. 

2008-07-24 11:39 AM
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Damn, I was just complaining about having to work on jy hardwood floors...God Bless you and your children. I will be sending up a prayer...I will pray for God to give you and your children strength...and peace.
2008-07-24 12:00 PM
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Rest in Peace Stephanie!  May God Bless your soul and watch over your husband and your children.
2008-07-24 12:33 PM
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It's been noon central and you are probably speaking now, so I think of you and pray for you and your family with much fondness. Wishing you as much peace and strength as you need in the times ahead. Again ... we walk with you.


2008-07-24 5:26 PM
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Thinking and praying for you today Greg.
2008-07-24 7:11 PM
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In our prayers, then, now and tomorrow...

Peggy and Emerson

2008-07-24 7:16 PM
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2008-07-24 7:18 PM
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Keeping you and your children in our prayers.
2008-07-24 7:30 PM
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My heart goes out to you.

Love from Indiana



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