Edmonton Marathon Runner Crosses Finish Line Carrying Her Mothers Ashes

Oh, my heart!

Rebecca Chelmick and her mom Linda Benham wanted to run the Edmonton Marathon together. Sadly, Benham passed away in March while waiting for a liver transplant.

Last Sunday, Chelmick ran the half marathon, and as she was getting close to the last leg of the race, her son passed her an urn containing her mom’s ashes. She was able to cross the finish line with her mom and fulfill one of her dreams!

Chelmick hopes her mom’s story helps more people choose to become organ donors. You can read more HERE.

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