When a client of mine, told me she wanted to get in better shape for this run/walk, I decided to not only train her but join her as well. I’m so proud to be taking part in the 2010 Tunnel to Towers Run hosted by the Firefighter Stephen Siller’s Children Foundation. What better way to give back then to support a worthy cause such as this one?
A Hero’s Story*
Stephen Siller, beloved husband and father of five, was a firefighter from Squad 1, Park Slope Brooklyn. On 9/11, he was off-duty, and on his way to golf with his 3 older brothers.
When Stephen heard on his scanner that the World Trade Center had been hit, he turned his vehicle around and headed towards the site. When his truck was prohibited from entering the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel, typically of him, he raced on foot towards the site with his gear strapped to his back.
He was last seen alive on West and Liberty Streets where he, more than likely, went looking for his Squad, all of whom perished. The Tunnel to Towers Run retraces Stephen’s footsteps on that fateful day.
In running along his path, we honor the memory of all the Firefighters, Police, and EMS workers who performed their duty that day. In running this race, we are reclaiming still another part of the city for all our heroes and for all of those who died on 9/11.
Follow the Footsteps of a Hero
The Tunnel to Towers Run/Walk is 5K/3.1 miles and draws upwards of 20,000 people from kids to adults. This event takes place on Sunday September 26th and is only $50 if you register before September 22nd, 2010. Please click here for more information and to register.
*tunneltotowersrun.org







