Howard Mont died of ALS September 2013. Each year we dedicate this WALK to him and to the life he lived so well. He would be overwhelmed that he is being recognized and supported at the Baltimore Walk on September 30th.
Howard was a warm, loving man who was a force to all who knew him. He was creative, funny and a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend and Howard last became a great grandfather!
Even when ill, he still created gadgets and found ways to help him in his daily life to make it easier to get around, be heard and still be "Howard/Howie" to all who knew and loved him. During his illness, he had a small business "Crumb and Crumb Cookies" where he used a percentage of those proceeds to donate to the local ALS Chapter.
The ALS ASSOCIATION DC/MD/VA Chapter helped Howard in many ways with guidance, equipment, and even a grant for a ramp to get access from the garage to our home for his wheelchair, and of course, were a tremendous support to answer questions and concerns and attend to his needs.
I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your support to Defeat ALS. Thank you for helping us reach our fund raising goal! Together we can make a difference in the lives of those affected by Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Our team is committed to raising money to support people in our community with ALS and spread awareness of the urgency to find treatment 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 in this endeavor....
Often referred to as Lou Gehrig's Disease, 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 an ALS patient averages 2 to 5 years from the time of diagnosis.
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.
This crippling disease 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 ALS patients need. Help make a difference and donate or join a walk today.
