The Heroes Run Committee has lost a true leader. Barbara Ragon passed away Nov 1, 2019 after a two year battle with cancer. Barb was the Chairperson from the inception of the idea and project. This dedication to the fallen police and fire fighters of Westpark could not have been completed with Barb’s drive, leadership, and expertise. She raised the money for the memorial site on Rocky River Drive and continued an 18 year legacy of The Heroes Run. This race raised money to maintain the memorial and also give scholarships to fallen police/fire fighters’ families. It is a tremendous loss to the whole community and she will be so missed.
Barb, Thanks for your dedication and resilience. You are a true Hero.
The West Park Cleveland Police and Firefighters Memorial was built to honor the brave officers who lived in or died in the line of duty in West Park.
The Memorial ensures the sacrifices made by these brave officers does not go unnoticed or unappreciated by those they sought to serve. It honors the families of these officers by providing a sacred space for introspection and remembrance. In conjunction with this Memorial, funds have been established for scholarships for surviving children of these officers and the ongoing maintenance of the memorial. The sculpture was underwritten through generous donations by family, friends, organizations and businesses.
JOIN US FOR THE 22ND ANNUAL CLEVELAND HEROES RUN ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2024
Sponsored by Fairview Hospital, the Cleveland Heroes Run takes participants on either a 5-mile or 2-mile race/walk through the West Park community. Every person sets their own pace, and everyone is a winner before the event begins just by paying tribute to our heroes.
Both races start and finish at Saint Joseph Academy in Cleveland. The 5-mile course runs through the Cleveland Metroparks. The 2-mile fun run/walk takes place on Rocky River Drive. Awards are presented at the end of the races to the top three finishing male and female racers in a variety of age groups and categories.
Thanks again to all of our supporters!
