Brian Lindgren's Fundraising Page
Page Creator: Brian Lindgren
Event: Ironman Wisconsin
Event Starts: Sep 13, 2009
Training buddies: Brian Tonner, Tim Gallagher, Frank Anderson, Carla Hastert, Kevin Convey, Matt Hosking
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Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is the only national organization advancing research, supporting patients, building community awareness and advocating for a cure. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network...
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Fundraising target: $10,000
So far we have raised: $10,880.60
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Our personal message:

At 11:00AM on Friday April 24, 2009 my father, Ken, came in my office to tell me that his doctor had called and asked him to come into his office to discuss the results of his abdominal CT scan, which he had had the previous day.  My heart sank, and I knew immediately that something was badly wrong.  I told him I loved him, and asked if he wanted me to go with him, to which he said "no".  I was in a meeting with my brother Steve until 3:00PM, but was unable to concentrate due to the pall that I sensed I was about to be hit with.  As we walked back towards our offices, we talked about our worrry.  As we rounded the corner, my dad was in my office with his feet up on the desk.  He handed me a business card and said "this is my new doctor".  I saw the word "Oncologist", and my life was changed forever.  As he uttered the word pancreatic and liver, I wept uncontrollably.  After the tears, the hardest part was yet to come...telling my mom...

In the following days, I discovered the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.  They provided me with free information regarding treatment, nutrition, support, and research.  they never once asked for anything from me, they only gave.  But, this would not be possible without donations from people who care...people who want to make a difference...people like you.  I encourage you to discover what I have learned by visiting www.pancan.org, and to see for yourself the amazing work that they are doing to reach for the the seemingly IMpossible.

On September 13th, 2009, I am registered to participate in IronMan Wisconsin.  The race consists of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, and 26.2 mile run.  I have been training for this event since March of 2009.  Ironman is a test of one's will, to summon one's spirit and heart to command the body to perform the IMpossible.  Pain goes with the territory.  And in this way, IronMan is a metaphor for life.  If in doubt, follow this link or click on the Youtube.com video to the left:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTn1v5TGK_w.  You can't make this stuff up...To learn more, go to:  http://www.ironmanwisconsin.com.

But, life must have purpose, and mine is to save my dad's life...and I can't do it alone.  I have the greatest fortune of friends and family to support me in this.  So, I ask, most humbly, to make whatever contribution you are capable of making, to assist others through this difficult diagnosis, to find hope, to find a cure, to make the IMpossible possible...

"When the world says give up, hope whispers try it one more time..."


Online Sponsors to date:
Display Name Date  Comment
jennifer kessmann 11/6/2009 Congratulations on your first Ironman. You and your family are in our thoughts. 
Annette Laughlin 10/28/2009 Member of the Provena Active Adult group cheering you on! 
Thomas N Pearson 10/15/2009  
Lyle Skinner 9/30/2009 Skinner Lyle 
Brent and Jean Wadsworth 9/17/2009 Hope the efforts of Brian will offer a successful opportunity. 
Joe and Jennifer Schindlbeck 9/15/2009 We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. 
Ed and Mary Powers 9/14/2009 We know your donations will help many people 
Laura & Lindley Pittman 9/13/2009 Our thoughts and prayers are with you! 
Caroline & Tony Song 9/12/2009 Our prayers are with your Dad & Family. Good luck in the IM. 
Jerry & Norma Roesner 9/9/2009  
Terry Kothe 9/9/2009  
Brad's Mom, Kathleen 9/9/2009 I want to add my support to you and to your great cause, Ride Strong! 
Ken & Karen 9/9/2009 Your a real inspiration. Be strong! 
Diane Ellis and Dale Marx 9/9/2009 Best wishes to you and your family. 
John & Lisa Waters 9/8/2009 Good luck Brian. Ken, you and your family are in our prayers. 
Jeff and Beth Johnson 9/4/2009 Good luck, Brian. We're supporting you and your father. 
Ann & Dave Ward 9/3/2009 Best of luck to you in the Iron Man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. 
Noel and Susan Davis 9/2/2009 You have so many friends pulling for you. Best wishes to Ken and to Brian on his Iron Man. 
george and pat lindner 8/31/2009 Brian..great cause and for a true iron man, father,husband & grandfather. 
Gary and Judy Ahasic 8/30/2009 Thanks for making a difference for your Dad and countless others. 
Brian & Ann Konen 8/28/2009 Our prayers are with you and your family - good luck Brian! 
Jerome and Janie Miller 8/28/2009 Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! Good luck Brian 
Neal and Mary Clark Ormond 8/28/2009 Very best wishes from Ken's high school classmates who are rooting for him! 
gary and georgia mickey 8/28/2009 for a good friend and outstanding tennis partner 
Kelly (Davis) and Tony Coppola 8/28/2009 What a great way to honor your dad! Best of luck! 
Pete Wilson and Debbie Scott-Wilson 8/27/2009 Our thoughts and prayers are with Ken and Hedy, and good luck Brian 
John & Lynn Lies 8/27/2009 Goin' for 5, Kenny!!!! 
Paula and Peter Schmitz 8/27/2009 We hold you all in our hearts and prayers. 
ên Balléz Friçtos. 8/27/2009 keep your chin up..... 
Anonymous 8/24/2009  
Brian Kothe 8/22/2009  
Kim and Eric McLaren 8/18/2009 "Press on. Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence (Coolidge). Good luck! 
Terry Slaney and John Stark 8/15/2009  
Adam Ochsenschlager 8/10/2009 Good luck!  
Ellen Bonewitz 8/8/2009 Brian, you are an example of the kind of dedication it takes to make pancreatic cancer curable.  
Bruce and Meredith Lindgren 8/8/2009 We're with you every step of the way and we love you all. 
Dave & Sandy Wilson 7/15/2009 We'll keep your dad, you and all the family in our prayers. God bless you! 
Maggie and Rod Walker 7/15/2009 Helping your Dad and others while challenging yourself...wonderful way to face a tough situation.  
Bill & Linda Pfeiffer 7/15/2009 Good luck Brian! What a wonderful way to honor your dad and help others as well! 
Brad Lawrence 7/11/2009 You're already a winner-- live strong and I'll be in Madison for you and Ken. 
Kay Peters 7/10/2009  
Dana & John Lamont 7/9/2009 We support the cause, in Ken's name. Go for it, Brian. 
Carol Thomassen 7/9/2009 Good luck at IMWI and prayers to your family.  
Ryan and Heather McCann 7/7/2009 Looking forward to training with you (on a much smaller scale!) Keep up the great cause ...  
Bob and Kathy Healy 7/7/2009 Our family is praying for your family.  
Ron and Jan Hem 7/7/2009 What a great tribute to your dad. We wish you, your dad and your family the best! 
Michael Houlne 7/4/2009 Best wishes to you and your family. 
Sikich LLP 7/2/2009  
Thomas, Lisa and Madison Kozlowski 6/30/2009 Keep thinking positive and hoping for the best. We are pulling for both of you. 
Joanie Hatch Boldan 6/30/2009 My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this trying time. 
John and Megan Plain 6/30/2009 We admire your initiative and wish you both the very best. 
Pete Moran 6/26/2009 Good luck Bud... a full iron man - WOW. 
Sue and John Potter 6/25/2009 We are here to support your family any way be can. We will keep you all in our prayers. 
Dick & Irma Larson 6/24/2009 Our prayers are with your family. 
Maureen McKane 6/24/2009 My family is praying for all in your family.  
Tom & Lynda Elmore 6/23/2009 Our best to you and your family. We're pulling for you.  
Sarah Goding 6/23/2009 I will be thinking of you and your family through this journey! Good luck!  
Ruth Harding and Rose May 6/21/2009 Your family is in our prayers. 
Jim & Jan Mamminga 6/19/2009 We're pulling for both of you. 
Mark Mirocha - Ellison Technologies 6/17/2009  
Mike and Nancy Pehan 6/17/2009 Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Go, Brian I know your dad is proud.  
Bob,Dottie,Mark,Ann & Paul 6/16/2009 Cheering for you, Brian 
Ellison Technologies - Illinois 6/15/2009 Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. 
Matt and Lara Hosking 6/15/2009 Our prayers are with your family Brian. 
Jim & Kathy Navota 6/15/2009 Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Good Luck, Brian 
David & Helen Bergman 6/13/2009  
Jan and John Sargent 6/12/2009 Our prayers and thoughts are with you 24/7. This is a perfect tribute to your dad! 
Pastor Cal and Twyla Marcum 6/12/2009 God bless you and your family. Our prayers are with you 
Anonymous 6/12/2009 My prayers go out to your entire family and circle of friends 
Martha Egeland 6/11/2009 What a perfect way to honor your Dad! 
AnnMarie and Kristian Fauske 6/11/2009 Brian, what a great joy you are to your parents! Our prayers are with you all everyday.  
Fran and Ed Fauth 6/11/2009 Good luck in your most worthy effort, Brian !! 
Julie Goding 6/11/2009 we are all in this together! 
Michelle Pehan Japlon 6/11/2009 Brian, you are an inspirational person, and I know, a wonderful son! Your dad must be proud!! 
Pete and Susan Grometer 6/10/2009 Our prayers and hope to you, the family, and ken 
Charlie and Kay Myler 6/10/2009 Our best wishes to both you and your dad. 
Philip and Colleen Ruddy 6/9/2009 Ken and Hedy...we join your many friends in wishing you and your family strength and courage . 
Stephen, Sarah, & Hannah Lindgren 6/9/2009 Good luck to you Brian, our thoughts, prayers and wishes are with you and Dad as you battle together 
Jerry & Conni Pocus 6/9/2009 Ken...the glass is half full...from this point forward make believe you're in your Porsche 
Bill& Mardi Glenn 6/8/2009 As we grow to understand life less, we learn to live it more and more... 
John & Bobbi Luthro 6/8/2009 Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lingren family in this time of trial. Best wishes!  
Brian Tonner 6/8/2009 Becoming an IronMan is more than 140.3 miles. Your family's love proves that!  
Herb and Jill Steinmetz 6/8/2009 Hang in there,Ken. 
Bill & Jacque Vanatta 6/7/2009 We wish you 100% success. This endeavor has to be inspiring to your Dad. 
Pete and Jackie Henning 6/7/2009 Cancer can't take away your wonderful memories and the love of your family and friends! 
Anonymous 6/7/2009 Your strength is contagious Brian You are a great help to your mom and dad! Love and prayers to you  
Maureen Bruce 6/7/2009 What a beautiful family you have!! 
Lynn and Jim Armbruster 6/6/2009 This has to be a very proud moment for your father. Great tribute.  
Chet & Linda McKee 6/6/2009 a wonderful way to honor your super dad and our great friend.  
Vicki & Michael Morcos 6/6/2009 May the love from your friends give you & your family strength needed during these difficult days. 
Jim & Nancy Hopp 6/6/2009 Love and Prayers for all. 
Sharon and Edward Stredde 6/5/2009 Best wishes to you, Brian. Please know that you and your parents are in our prayers. 
Sue and Mike Ochsenschlager 6/5/2009 for My Dad too - he lived with Pancreatic Cancer for 5 yrs 
Hedy Lindgren 6/5/2009 Thank you, Brian, from Mom and Dad with all our love 
Kate Goding 6/5/2009 Good luck on your journey. You and your family our in my thoughts.  
Mark and Sue Dziuban (MSM supporters) 6/5/2009 Moving story 
Anonymous 6/5/2009 You're doing an amazing thing - very inspiring. Good Luck with training & the event! 
David and Kathy Parr 6/4/2009 With Love... 
Brian Lindgren 6/4/2009 We must embrace pain and burn it as fuel for our journey. ~ Kenji Miyazawa 
* Total raised online: $10,040.60
Amount raised offline: $840.00
Grand Total: $10,880.60
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