Susan Olsen and Jeff Warner, both from Ridgefield, will be running the DC Marine Corps marathon in honor of the 26 victims in Sandy Hook.
Susan Olsen and Jeff Warner, both from Ridgefield, will be running the Marine Corps Marathon in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 27 — 26 miles to honor of the lives of the 26 students and teachers lost in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.
They will also be running to benefit the family of Daniel Barden, one of the first graders who lost his life. He was best buddies and neighbors with Kyle Malin — a second grader at Sandy Hook Elementary School and the nephew of Ms. Olsen and Mr. Warner.
Kyle’s parents are Jac and Melissa Malin, both from Ridgefield
Ms. Olsen and Mr. Warner are asking for support as they prepare for the marathon. To donate to this cause, visit www.youcaring.com/help-a-neighbor/marine-corp-marathon-for-daniel-barden/50945 .
All donations will be sent to the Barden Family Fund to help the family cover any current and future expenses that have come as a result of this tragedy.