I met Mary (Thompson) Collins at the U of MN when we were in dental hygiene school. We were often seated near each other because of our last names, Rydeen and Thompson. Our friendship was destined to be. We had a lot in common as we were both raised on farms in rural Minnesota and shared Scandinavian backgrounds. Although we went our separate ways after graduating, we have remained in contact with each other for more than 45 years.
Mary is quite the gal. She has an infectious impact on the people around her. Her quick wit and humor is delightful. She is thoughtful, caring, inciteful and genuine. I am so grateful for our friendship and I am excited to be able to support her in this effort.
Sherry Rettmann
Thank you for helping us reach our fundraising goal! Together we can make a difference in the lives of those affected by ALS. Our team is committed to raising money to support people in our community with ALS and spread awareness of the urgency to find treatments and a cure. Please consider joining our team in the Walk to Defeat ALS® or choose a team member from the list and donate to our cause.
WHY WE NEED YOUR HELP
Every 90 minutes a person in this country is diagnosed with ALS and every 90 minutes another person will lose their battle against this disease. ALS occurs throughout the world with no racial, ethnic, or socioeconomic boundaries.
That’s why we’re participating in the Walk to Defeat ALS. To bring hope. To raise awareness. To provide resources and services to families free of charge. To help unlock the mystery of ALS and find the key to treatments a cure. Will you join us?
ABOUT ALS
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive, fatal neuromuscular disease that slowly robs the body of its ability to walk, speak, swallow and breathe. The life expectancy of a person with ALS averages 2 to 5 years from the time of diagnosis.
ALS can strike anyone. Presently there is no known cause of the disease, yet it still costs loved ones an average of $250,000 a year to provide the care people living with ALS and their families need. Join the movement to provide help and hope today!
