Thank you for helping me reach my Walk to Defeat ALS fundraising goal! The Walk to Defeat ALS raises funds to support those affected by ALS and to spread awareness of the urgency to find treatments and a cure.


It is so hard to believe that Geno has been gone 6 years already. He was such an inspiration to so many and I know he is missed daily. I can still remember the day we received the news of dad’s diagnosis of ALS. As a family we had no idea of what was ahead of us, but as families should do we gathered together and supported dad’s entire journey and it was horrible at times and also so many blessings. Our friends and family made the best of it with many laughs and so many smiles. Just like the song stated by George Straight “Here for a good time” He was taken way too soon but he made so many great memories! I support and walk each year in hopes to find a cure so other families do not have to witness this horrible disease.

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive, fatal neuromuscular disease that slowly robs the body of its ability to walk, speak, swallow and breathe. The life expectancy of a person with ALS averages 2 to 5 years from the time of diagnosis. ALS can strike anyone, and presently there is no known cause or cure.

That’s why I’m walking. To change the statistics. To bring help and hope to those living with the disease. To ensure that no one ever hears the words: “You Have ALS” again.

The past two years have brought incredible advancements in ALS research, expanded access to care for people living with ALS, and enabled legislation that impacts the quality of life of people with ALS and their families.

But, we can’t stop now. The key to a cure begins with you.

Please consider walking with me or sponsoring me. With your help, we will be able to make a difference in the lives of people affected by this disease. I thank you so much and wish you many blessings!