Charlotte Gilbert
Domain industry professional, Michael Ward, is running a 5K race in Tampa this weekend, in memory of Charlie Gilbert.
Her passing a year ago from complications arising from pulmonary hypertension, is a reminder of how this condition can affect anyone, at any age.
In Michael’s own words:
“A year ago, Charlie Gilbert, a friend to many around the world, lost her fight to this disease. Charlie was loved by everyone who had the opportunity to know her. She was always willing to lend a hand and help those in need. I recall one Hurricane Season when a hurricane was tracked to come through Tampa where I live – Charlie texted me several times saying I needed to leave with my family and come stay with her and her husband and my friend Brian, in Georgia. I was stubborn and I stayed in the area – Charlie, out of love and concern, let me know how she felt about my decision 🙂
Brian has become an advocate speaking on behalf of those who are fighting this illness. He continues to create awareness for the disease and is a supporter of the Pulmonary Hypertension Association.
I will be running in memory of Charlie this weekend and have set up this fundraiser to help those who are fighting this illness today.”
To contribute to the fight against PH visit Michael Ward’s donation page on PHAevents.org.
Many thanks to Mike Robertson for sending us this notification.
