Willie Walk

On the 24th of July, we were able to participate in our first Willie Walk. Willie is married to my aunt Becky and was an avid runner. He passed away from cancer 12 1/2 years ago. Becky & Willie have 2 sets of twins. When he passed away, they were 5 and 2. He was a teacher and cross country coach for many years - and deeply loved by family, friends & students.

For several years (like 12), an annual 5K Willie Walk/Run has taken place. This was the first year we were able to be there and it was great! My brother Richard, with the help from Becky and her great kids, put it together.

We ran/walked the course that Willie created (often run as the Wahsatch Rendevous) at Cottonwood Complex. Jon ran, I pushed Hannah & Kate in a jogger, and all the other kids ran. It was really fun! We love the Cowden family and the legacy that Willie left. He would be proud of his wife and kids!

Pictures of Willie

Annie Cowden & Lindsey (Annie is our favorite babysitter!)

Emily & Jack

Mike with Jesse & Jake Cowden figuring out the course

Kate

Hannah

Jack

Jon & I

Becky & the kids giving instructions

Willie's kids: Jake, Jesse, Annie & Matt

Everyone lining up for the race

Annie was stretching at the end of the race and Kate sat down next to her and did it too!