Once Upon a Time in the Vest

Thursday, March 18, 2021

V 11 N. 17 Dick Hoyt, R.I.P. famed father who did 37 Boston marathons pushing son Rick in his wheelchair

 



We received information yesterday that Dick Hoyt, 80,  passed away this week.  Dick and his son Rick had completed 37 Boston marathons, with Dick pushing Rick, a man with severe cerebral palsy, in his vehicle along that route.  They had also competed in numerous other races including Iron Men competitions.  Since 2015,  a friend of Dick had taken over that job of being the pusher.  What greater love can a father show for his son?

Here is a link to a local news story of the men.   Dick Hoyt Dies at 80


"A Man of true Grit, courage and commitment to family!" John Bork Jr.

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V 14 N. 71 Dallas Long R.I.P. 1940-2024

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