A51/SOB/Fort – Help to Honor a Fallen Firefighter – Richard Sheltra Memorial 10K/5K/1Mi Run – Sat April 29, 2017

A51/SOB/Fort – Help to Honor a Fallen Firefighter – Richard Sheltra Memorial 10K/5K/1Mi Run – Sat April 29, 2017

Pineville, NC lost one of its own nearly a year ago.

Richard Sheltra, a 20 year old firefighter, died in the line of duty while battling a three ­alarm blaze in Pineville on Saturday, April 30, 2016. He is survived by his parents and sister.

In the wake of the tragedy that took Richard from his family all too soon, the Pineville FD, Sheltra Family, and Pineville community came together to honor his memory through the Richard Sheltra Memorial Run last October.

Last year’s 5k race had just 116 participants.   In 2017, the Memorial Run takes place on the anniversary of his death.  We can help.

This run is another way we can demonstrate F3’s support of our local community.
– We can support a Dad and Mom who lost their boy.  A sister who lost her brother.
– We can support our local volunteers who don’t ask much in return.  This run is how they all get to hold on to their brother who was taken from them.

Click this link to Register for the Richard Sheltra Memorial Run.  

(10k, 5k, 1mi fun run option for 2.0s & families)

Taken from the Registration Website:
“Join us in bringing our community, family & friends together to celebrate the life of Richard Sheltra and raise money to support his foundation. We want to honor and recognize him for his commitment and dedication to our community.  All proceeds for this event will benefit the “Richard Sheltra Memorial Foundation.” This Foundation is designed to purchase New Turnout Gear and Educational Expenses for first responders. These were two areas of great concern and empathy for Richard.”

Share with your AOs, PAX, and your friends/coworkers.  If you’re looking for a race to run, this is a great one to gear up for.

Questions?  Contact Dumpster Fire and Cheddar at jbmaxim@hotmail.com / nigel65@gmail.com.