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SAMARITANS, INC.

"Running for Someone Else's Life" 2006

Barry's Team

My Angel Barry!

My beloved Brother, Barry David Brown, took his own life on March 29th, 2006. Recently,  the granddaughters of a dear friend of mine, members of the  Samaritans support group - a SafePlace in Medford, reached out to me in my despair and shame.  They opened their hearts and invited me to the "Annual Breakfast of Hope".  From the moment I walked in the door I knew I was in the right place. The kindness  and thoughtfulness of all the people involved in the organization showed me such a warm welcome, and was so understanding of my PAIN, SADNESS, and even Shame.  I know now I am not going to hide the shame, and instead try to reach out to others in Barry's name, and help others  along the way.

Barry

Barry was a very loving, caring and giving individual, with such a generous heart, and so kind especially to those who were down on their luck.  I know now, he could relate to the despair of  people who were living without.  For those of us who know Barry well, and those who did not, it would make him very PROUD, that we are trying to help save another individual’s life by participating in the Race/Walk and raising awareness for suicide prevention.

My Mission

This is our first 5K Race/ Walk!  I hope with the help of many generous individuals and businesses we will be able to raise over $2,500 for the cause.  We would love for everyone who can to join us this year in the Race/Walk or make a pledge to Barry’s Team. Through your support we will keep Barry's memory alive!
 
"Forever in my heart, My Angel!"


Thank you for visiting my Personal Fundraising Page. Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to make a contribution to our fundraising efforts. Many thanks for your support-- and don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate too!

Supporters

Comment Donation
Ray
$50.00
Liz and Mike O'Connor
$25.00
stacey spinale sharon i love you! you have done a wonderful job! Barry is sp proud of you1
$50.00
Peggy To a wonderful person and friend - keep up the good work!!!
$80.00
John
$25.00
SharonLeah Brown
$50.00
Teresa Santiago
$25.00
Alan Levine
$25.00
Shannon to help those in despair and those around them cope
$50.00
Eliot Frank
$50.00
aviva and erez HaMakom Yenachem Otach - May God grant you consolation
$50.00
Peggy Bryan Sharon--Truly an inspiring and loving way to honor your brother and keep his memory alive.
$50.00
SharonLeah Brown Barry my Brother my Best Friend you will live forever in my heart.
$50.00
Kathleen Jordan
$25.00
Ellen
$35.00
Stephanie Jordan I hope this helps anyone in need.
$30.00
Paula J. Brooks Best of luck!!
$50.00
Teri Chung Best of luck to you and your team!
$25.00
mike andreoli
$50.00
Lozano
$25.00
Theresa Good Luck
$50.00
Deb Howell I am proud of you Sharon!
$50.00
Scott Uebelhart This is wonderful thing you're doing Sharon
$25.00
Mary & Charlie
$100.00
Vivian Mizuno
$30.00
Barbara W Best wishes to you Sharon,
$50.00
Hadley We love you so much! Hadley Ed and Noe
$100.00
Laila You're in my thoughts. Thanks for doing this.
$100.00
RAY SCUZZARELLA FOR GRACIE
$25.00
Edmund
$100.00
Alvar With tons of love for "mom" Sharon
$100.00
Stephanie
$25.00
The Fantone's
$100.00
Dan Judnick, Erika Wagner, & Rosie C-B best wishes from all of us
$50.00
Anne Meehan maybe I'll join you on the walk...It was a special day in our family.
$25.00
Decina Family Glad to support such an important cause!
$25.00
Rosemary Sharon - you make us all so proud to call you a friend.
$50.00
Valerie I'm happy to help!
$50.00
Cindy Bortman In honor of Martin Friedmann and Lee Sherry.
$25.00
Brooke and Yannick All the best
$20.00
Ann Marie (Merrigan) Holland The Merrigans are thinking of you and your family Sharon.
$25.00
Esther Sablan Sharonleah, you are my friend & my hero...blue skies!
$25.00
Liz Perez Sharon, All the best to you & your family.
$50.00
Erica All the best
$25.00
Mark & Lori Clericuzio (and girls)
$20.00
Judy What a wonderful way to honor Barry's spirit.
$50.00
chris reilly in the name and memory of my brother philip
$25.00
Noah Way to go Sharon!
$25.00
Linda Thank you, Sharon, for doing this for all of us.
$50.00
Billy Wig Way to go Sharon!
$25.00

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