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Kev. Hobson thanked ' the members of the Rappahannock Cancer Council and the Relay Committee led by Evelyne Latham. Camden Littleton read the names of the sponsors for this year’s event. Judith Hope, Evelyn Oyster, and Fran Krebser spoke of their experiences with caaamr as the child, mother, and spouse of those who died of cancer. They spoke of the importance of finding a cure, faith despite the km, and learning from those who had suffered. Fran Krebser presented a gift to Ester Settle in recognition for all hear work in support®! the American Cancer Society and the Relay ">
Carolyn Leake, the Survivor Chairman, led a brief ceremony in honor of the cancer survivors. The first lap of the Relay began with survivors, walking carrying purple balloons with their caretakers j meeting them half way carrying pink balloons. Survivor names were read as the Rappahannock High School Band played. “Relay* , I , balloons were released as the survivors and caretakers completed the circuit. Everyone touched by cancer carried white balloons for the next round and all of the balloons were released.
The Relay continued with members of the 20 teams walking the track. At 6 p.m. the usual food extravaganza began with barbecued ribs, chicken* and catfish provided by the Settles and appetizers, side dishes and desserts provided by the teams. Entertainment included llamas provided by West Wind Farms and led by Relay children, face-painting provided by Kenny Robinson. Rolie Poke the clown (Beth Swindler), Magic by Kevin Owens, and plain old socializing and good conversation and fun. Kevin Owens also was the DJ through the evening.
Towards dark, the himinamas m honor of cancer survivors and in memory of cancer victim* were placed around the track.
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