September 4, 1949 to February 28, 2013 – My mother, Denise, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008 at 59. After a long, hard battle, she passed away at home with her family at her side on February 28, 2013. This will be my first walk and will be very emotional for me. I will have great friends at my side supporting me and running and/or walking in her memory. My mother was an amazing woman. She was so full of life and knew how to have fun. She is survived by her husband and high school sweetheart of 46 years Tom Brune, her son Ken Brune, daughter Lisa Brune, and her 3 grandsons, Joshua Campbell, Kevin Brune and Ryan Brune. I am proud to be doing this walk in her memory and in support of breast cancer awareness. My mother is with me in my heart and thoughts every day and is deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to have met her. She lived her life to the fullest and didn’t let cancer ruin that!

Mom…you are loved, missed and will always and forever be remembered and remain in our hearts!