Bike to Beat Cancer, Cancer, Foundation

Three-time cancer survivor encourages others

Bruce Lowe does not take being a cancer survivor for granted. Indeed, surviving three different cancers has given him a mission. “My doctor told me that I had stage 4 incurable bone cancer and had only two years to live. That was seven years ago,” Bruce said. “I am now cancer-free, and I do all…

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Riding to help other families avoid the heartache of losing someone to cancer

Willie Lawless got involved with Bike to Beat Cancer the way so many other riders do: Someone asked and it became personal. A friend from church, Phillip Cochran, had participated in several rides and encouraged Willie to start riding with him. During that same time, Willie’s niece, Shianne Lawless, was battling colon cancer at Norton…

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Whether riding or volunteering, Carol Saive has been a part of Bike to Beat Cancer every year

Carol Saive has been a part of Bike to Beat Cancer every year — three times as a rider and the rest as a volunteer. Now a 16-year cancer survivor, Carol first signed up to volunteer as a way to give back and help. Carol is one of the Bike to Beat Cancer’s most dedicated…

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Bike to Beat Cancer rider, fundraiser and volunteer Mike Farmer supports other survivors and those we’ve lost

If you have ever been to a Bike to Beat Cancer training ride or event, chances are you have met one of Bike to Beat Cancer’s most dedicated riders, Mike Farmer. Mike has ridden in almost every Bike to Beat Cancer. He missed the first year, which was his daughter’s wedding day. Mike is a…

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Riding for kids with cancer and a coworker in Bike to Beat Cancer

Almost every morning for the past two years Veronica Cook has hopped on her stationary bike and ridden for an hour. In 2019 and 2020, Veronica used her pedal power to ride with Bike to Beat Cancer as a spin and virtual rider. For Veronica, Bike to Beat Cancer is much more than another session…

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A 20-year volunteer in the fight against cancer has her own journey

At the start of 2022, Missy’s cancer took a turn, becoming more aggressive and causing her a great deal of pain. On Jan. 22, 2022, Missy passed away, crossing the finish line in her battle with cancer. One of the Bike to Beat Cancer team’s favorite parts about the event is the riders and their…

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12 years and lots of biking raises more than $100,000 for Norton Cancer Institute

Twelve years ago, Jeremy Sprecher registered to ride his bike to Lexington and back as part of the first Bike to Beat Cancer in support of Norton Cancer Institute. Even greater than the challenge of the miles was the challenge to raise $2,500. Over 12 years and a lot of pedaling, Jeremy and his family…

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Marisela Cervantes rides in Bike to Beat Cancer for her wife, sister and a friend

When Marisela Cervantes first rode in Bike to Beat Cancer four years ago, she started with the family ride.  She rode in honor of Annette Conrad, a friend of a friend who was receiving help from the Norton Healthcare Foundation as she went through cancer treatments. That year Marisela rode for Annette and also Marisela’s sister…

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Bike to Beat Cancer, Employee stories - Norton Healthcare, Foundation, Recruiting

More than 10 years of participation in fundraising events merits recognition

Gene Gruver ensures that patients, guests and staff have access to food and beverages nearly around the clock at Norton Healthcare’s cafeterias and bistros. Gene is system director, food services, but his commitment goes far beyond his 18 years working at Norton Healthcare through the health care system’s partnership with Morrison Healthcare food service. Gene’s…

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Bike to Beat Cancer raises more than $525,000 for Norton Cancer Institute

Riders, donors and everyone who participated in the 11th annual Bike to Beat Cancer raised more than $525,000 for Norton Cancer Institute. The Saturday, Sept. 14, ride began and ended at Norton Cancer Institute – Brownsboro. Riders chose to ride distances of 15, 35, 65 or 100 miles, or the 5-mile family ride through Norton…

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Here’s how your Bike to Beat Cancer donations help

Donating to Bike to Beat Cancer continues a cycle of hope for your parent, spouse, partner, sibling, friend or loved one as we pedal one step closer to beating cancer. Because of donations to Bike to Beat Cancer: More than $3.5 million has been raised since 2008 to support Norton Cancer Institute. A second Norton…

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Bike to Beat Cancer: Plan for fun and safety

As Bike to Beat Cancer nears, it’s time to think about safety and what to expect on your ride. What to Bring Wear athletic shoes (not sandals), shorts and tank top or cycling shorts and jersey. Helmet should be properly fit and buckled. Bring identification, your phone, a cue sheet for the route, a repair…

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