In the second part of our two-part series on Terry Fox and his legacy, readers share their memories of when the Canadian icon’s Marathon of Hope passed through Sudbury
What more can be written about Terry Fox that hasn’t already been committed to paper countless times over the years? Not much, perhaps. However, even 42 years after his death, Fox remains at the zenith of heroism and perseverance in the face of personal struggles.
As reader Nicole Despatie wrote, “Terry Fox will always be our hero. He showed us how strong, devoted and capable a human spirit can go on when you believe in your convictions to do anything for the good of humanity.” Reader Monique Ratelle-Babin was profoundly affected by Fox and his journey in a way that would serve to inspire her in the future .
Jewel Kelly also remembers seeing him on Highway 69. She wrote that “we were on our way to southern Ontario from Sudbury and we saw him running North. We had no idea at that time what an icon in Canadian history he would become. He was an amazing young man!” The following day, Aug. 4, the heat was oppressive and forced Fox to rest twice before reaching Sudbury. At 5 p.m., Fox arrived at Civic Square, where hundreds of area residents had gathered to give him the warm welcome that he deserved.
“I remember that day very well,” he wrote. “I was 14 turning 15 in October. I got up extra early in Mikkola Subdivision in Walden and walked to Short Street on old Hwy 17 to see him. He came by at first light just east of the Tradewinds. It was amazing to see him run by, working so hard with every stride. It’s more amazing that he ran a marathon a day. The best athlete Canada ever produced. I will remember that day forever.
St. Denis pledged to donate all radio royalties from the song plus ten per cent of his album royalties to the Canadian Cancer Society. In addition, his record distributor was to match the sum raised by royalties. The singer said at the time that he was moved to write the song two weeks before a Nashville recording session when his wife's uncle succumbed to cancer. Fox gave his approval and both he and his parents received copies of the record.
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