MARY L's Team In Training Fundraiser

Sep 08, 2021

WELCOME TO MY TEAM IN TRAINING (TNT) HOME PAGE!

This year, on the third month anniversary of my husband Dennis Millard’s passing on May 17, 2021 from Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) and Multiple Myeloma (MM), I signed up to ride with LLS Team in Training to honor my husband’s passing and memory.

Dennis was the love of my life and I was blessed to have him in my life for 37+ married years.  Dennis zest for life was infectious and mind boggling and I was fortunate enough to be with Dennis on an incredible journey.  In the end, having AML and MM along with two other cancers were simply too much for Dennis.  I held his hand as he transcended into the heavens.

It was a long fight for Dennis to battle these cancers for 7 ½ years, but I could not have done this without the wonderful support from the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS).  I am forever indebted to this awesome organization.  Because LLS is near and dear to my heart, I want to help other cancer patients fighting blood and lymphoma cancers.

With the treatments, Dennis was able to maintain his quality of life and keep an upbeat attitude as he fought his cancers.  I know that he would encourage me to do this bike ride as he would want me to help other cancer patients win the battle.

So to keep his spirit alive in my heart, I have decided to do this fundraiser in Dennis’ memory.  It will be quite a challenge for me to raise the funds as well as to cycle 72 miles around Lake Tahoe.  This is my way of paying back LLS, helping other cancer patients and honoring Dennis.

Please join me in donating to LLS to help save lives. Your donation will help raise funds to find cures and ensure access to these treatments.  Patients, like Dennis, need these cures and your support.  Plus this is a tax deductible donation.

Thank you for your support which means so much to me and the Millard family.

Together we can beat cancer!

Aug 17, 2021

Make a Donation

We are no longer accepting donations for this event, however you can still make a donation to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Supporter Comments

"RIP Dennis and go get em Mary Lee! "
Kathleen Odonnell
Tue Aug 17 05:41:21 EDT 2021
"you go girl! And happy birthday to Dennis in just a few days. Virginia and Dennis"
Virginia Johns
Wed Aug 18 12:36:36 EDT 2021
"Mary Lee, we are delighted to support your team! Just wish we had had more time to get to know Dennis..."
Margaret Benziger
Thu Aug 19 02:53:19 EDT 2021
"Hi MaryLee, Good luck on your bike ride in Dennis’ memory! Love from, Nancy Mitchell"
Nancy Mitchell
Fri Aug 20 05:46:02 EDT 2021
"Dearest MaryLee, What a beautiful tribute to Dennis. A daunting challenge no doubt, but that’s what you do best. Kerry❤️"
Jim and Kerry Clifton
Fri Aug 27 11:24:29 EDT 2021
"Happy belated birthday Dennis! We miss you! Love, Paul & Janice Chang"
Paul & Janice Chang
Thu Sep 2 09:00:55 EDT 2021
"The strength the two of you have shown is second to none. Let the fight continue as we win the war against cancer. I hope you do TWO laps around Lake Tahoe!! All the best, MJ and Steve Lundin"
Mary Jane and Steve Lundin
Sun Sep 5 11:56:29 EDT 2021
"We are happy to constribute to something so near and dear to your heart. Good luck on your bike ride, you can do it!!! Love from Dave and Wendy"
Wendy Millard
Sun Sep 5 04:10:05 EDT 2021
"Thinking of Dennis and missing him❣️"
Charles and Diane Hart
Sat Sep 18 10:02:59 EDT 2021
"Hi Marylee, 72 miles bike ride… I can image Dennis will be riding a long side with you cuz he loved biking too. Wish you all the best. Take care. Margaret n Phil"
Margaret Tan
Wed Sep 29 09:27:41 EDT 2021
"Happy Anniversary my love! 38 years and always in my heart and memories. 💕 Love you always my dear Dennis!"
MaryLee Millard
Thu Oct 21 09:13:44 EDT 2021
"Love you MaryLee, and I know Dennis is sailing in the great beyond, and loving you from afar."
Claire Bent
Fri Oct 22 02:50:56 EDT 2021
"Happy to help support this wonderful organization in Dennis's name!!♥️ Love from Melanie and Jim"
Melanie Bent
Fri Oct 22 02:56:34 EDT 2021
"For Dennis and my sister's brother-in-law John. Sending love! ?"
Jan Schwab
Fri Oct 22 03:35:49 EDT 2021
"Sending my love! You are incredible, as was Dennis! xoxox"
Vanessa Pascoe
Fri Oct 22 08:34:42 EDT 2021
"May MaryLee and Dennis’s adventures continue in charting new waters towards cancer research and cures. "
Denise Gustafson
Sat Oct 23 09:37:20 EDT 2021
"Miss you so deeply this first holiday season without you. Love your wife, MaryLee"
MARY L MILLARD
Tue Nov 30 09:51:14 EST 2021
""
Nicholas Hart
Mon Dec 20 12:33:27 EST 2021
"I love you forever Dad! You are in my thoughts and in my heart everyday. God be with you."
Daniel Millard
Wed Dec 29 10:17:56 EST 2021
"Do a little jig for G PA for me ❤️"
Brenton Millard
Thu Dec 30 09:55:45 EST 2021
"Enjoy the training rides and the main event. What a lovely tribute to Dennis! "
Anonymous user
Thu Dec 30 06:46:39 EST 2021
"What a lovely tribute to Dennis. We are cheering you on, Mary Lee!"
Jessica Kwon
Wed Jan 12 07:01:17 EST 2022
"We miss Denise so much and salute very much what Marylee is doing to combat cancer! "
Patricia and Christopher Pascoe
Sat Jan 22 09:04:57 EST 2022
"Thank you Mari and Gary for your lovely donation!"
Anonymous user
Sun Jan 23 11:37:15 EST 2022
"Your efforts are a wonderful tribute in the name of Dennis. It’s wonderful to know that these donations truly make a difference in the care of those who suffer with leukemia and other forms of cancer."
Ken Bartlett
Mon Jan 24 02:25:15 EST 2022
"Dearest MaryLee, I'm very sorry to hear of Dennis's passing. I really enjoyed meeting him at Vanessa's wedding and learning that we had Poway in common. You were so sweet to think of me when I was going through my cancer treatment; it meant a lot. I know you'll do great on the bike ride and I'm impressed that you are doing it. Much love and hugs to you. Katherine "
Katherine Wurzburg
Mon Jan 24 09:22:02 EST 2022
"Thanks for doing this, Mary. You are a "rockstar". Martha"
Martha B Walker
Fri Feb 11 01:21:24 EST 2022
"In memory of Dennis, who will always be your Valentine 💕"
Lori Fowler
Mon Feb 14 10:00:06 EST 2022
"So many fond memories of cruising times with Dennis and MaryLee."
Anonymous user
Fri Feb 25 12:55:29 EST 2022
"In support of my lovely sister, Mary Millard, who lost her dear husband, Dennis, on May 17, 2021. "
Cathy McDonald
Tue Mar 15 05:19:57 EDT 2022
"Riding for cures for all cancers. This week I am honoring my brave nieces Claire and Heidi who are fighting cancer."
Mary Lee Millard
Mon Apr 18 01:09:59 EDT 2022
"I want to honor you, MaryLee, as someone who has worked so hard and long to support research that will ultimately find a cure. God Bless your dear nieces, they are lucky to have you their corner!🥰"
Jim and Kerry Clifton
Tue Apr 19 06:01:31 EDT 2022
"Go MaryLee!! An admirable goal to ride for such a good cause. I’m sure Dennis would be proud of your effort! ❤️"
Lisa and Mano Scott
Sat Apr 23 12:11:52 EDT 2022
"I ride for cures. This week I am riding for the children."
Mary Lee Millard
Wed Apr 27 11:58:31 EDT 2022
"I ride this week for our dear siblings who we lost to cancer."
MaryLee Millard
Wed May 4 12:06:19 EDT 2022
"Morgan had MM but it was under control with meds. It was heart attacks which took his life. "
Emily Olson
Wed May 4 09:41:15 EDT 2022
"MaryLee what a wonderful way to recognize Dennis. You have such loving support from many. Marybeth Bryant"
Marybeth K Bryant
Thu May 5 10:53:56 EDT 2022
"I honor our mothers this week with a donation to LLS."
MaryLee Millard
Tue May 10 04:06:42 EDT 2022
"This donation is in support of MaryLee Millard; cheering her on in her run for a cure for cancer, fueled by the courage of all our loved ones who have fought or are fighting this disease. "
Denise Gustafson
Fri May 13 10:31:37 EDT 2022
"We love you so much! And loved Dennis so much! What a loving rascal and fighter that man was, I miss him so much."
Liam Zarri
Sat May 14 12:51:08 EDT 2022
" MaryLee, Good luck with this adventure! I know you can do this! You will fight to the end to achieve this goal, just as Dennis and you fought to keep him alive. Congratulations on your successful fundraising! Truly remarkable! Keeping you always in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Cathie Fiskness "
Cathie Fiskness
Sat May 14 06:33:12 EDT 2022
"Sail on my love, sail on for I shall meet you in the next horizon. All my love to the moon and back."
MaryLee Millard
Mon May 16 11:24:44 EDT 2022
"You go girl!! MaryLee - you are inspiring, hoping you have a wonderful ride! Thinking of Dennis and those we've lost to cancers. "
Sue & Tom Terrill
Mon May 16 06:27:11 EDT 2022
"I cycle for one goal, a world without cancer."
MaryLee Millard
Mon May 23 10:50:05 EDT 2022
"Thank you for bringing awareness to cancer and to raise funds to continue to find a cure "
Deborah Cole
Wed May 25 09:34:02 EDT 2022
"You are amazing MaryLee! We love you! "
Paul and Janice Chang
Thu May 26 12:22:40 EDT 2022
"go Mary Lee!"
Mark Dukas
Thu May 26 05:07:24 EDT 2022
"Sending our love! You are amazing Marylee!!"
Vanessa Pascoe
Fri May 27 12:58:33 EDT 2022
"MaryLee you are an inspiration to us all ❤️"
Dennis Millard
Sat May 28 10:24:14 EDT 2022
"We’re rooting for you and your team, MaryLee! Thank you all for your endless commitment to fundraising for cancer research towards fighting this disease. This donation is in loving memory of my dear Mom, Caroline Zuber Tuttle and her dear sister, Arlene Zuber Shepherd.❤️❤️"
Denise Gustafson
Sat May 28 11:18:25 EDT 2022
"I ride for all of our love ones who will all be with me in spirit on June 5 as I cycle around Lake Tahoe."
MaryLee Millard
Sun May 29 09:51:28 EDT 2022
"Wow - 72 miles - what an amazing tribute to Dennis. I am inspired and touched. Thinking of you always!"
Susan and Kenny Goodman
Mon May 30 09:36:30 EDT 2022
"go MaryLee 💕"
Virginia Johns
Tue May 31 06:42:54 EDT 2022
"Dennis my love, my old salt, Neumie and I are throwing the dock lines in your memory. It’s Tahoe or Bust but I know you will be with me in spirit and in my heart always."
Mary L Millard
Fri Jun 3 12:48:39 EDT 2022
"Thank you for the dedication and determination of this fundraiser."
Natalie Porter
Fri Jun 3 06:56:54 EDT 2022
"Way to go MaryLee!!!"
Scott Reider
Mon Jun 6 07:10:39 EDT 2022
""
Cristian Trefault
Thu Jul 7 09:26:03 EDT 2022
"MaryLee, Thank you for your endless efforts to find a cure. You are truly an amazing person. Hope to see you sometime in the office before 2023. Stay well, Meryl Segal"
Meryl Segal
Fri Jul 22 12:00:25 EDT 2022

My Fundraising Total

215%
215 %
My Team

Make a Donation

We are no longer accepting donations for this event, however you can still make a donation to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

In Memory Of

Dennis Millard

My Thanks To

Margaret Tan $330.00
Lynne and Alan Juds... $250.00
Katherine Wurzburg $250.00
Robert K Wilson $250.00
Shirley Hodges $200.00
Paul & Janice Ch... $200.00
Anonymous $200.00
Lawrence Prozan Char... $150.00
Anonymous $144.00
MaryLee Millard $138.00
Daniel Idell $100.00
Scott Reider $100.00
Natalie Porter $100.00
Shirley Hodges $100.00
Suzanne Case $100.00
MaryLee Millard $100.00
Dennis Millard $100.00
Kat St Claire $100.00
Chris Bagley $100.00
Mark Dukas $100.00
Liam Zarri $100.00
Lisa and Mano Scott $100.00
Tricia Carella $100.00
Cathy McDonald $100.00
Anonymous $100.00
Lori Fowler $100.00
Martha B Walker $100.00
Patricia and Christo... $100.00
Jessica Kwon $100.00
Anonymous $100.00
Jim Walsh $100.00
Virginia Johns $100.00
JIM BENT $100.00
Tricia Carella $100.00
MARY L MILLARD $100.00
Kathleen Odonnell $50.00
Mary L Millard $50.00
Carolina Patino $50.00
Virginia Johns $50.00
Paul and Janice Chan... $50.00
Cindy and Desi Gonza... $50.00
MaryLee Millard $50.00
MaryLee Millard $50.00
MaryLee Millard $50.00
Marybeth K Bryant $50.00
MaryLee Millard $50.00
Mary Mello $50.00
Mary Lee Millard $50.00
Heidi Becker $50.00
Mary Lee Millard $50.00
Wendy Sanda $50.00
Ken Bartlett $50.00
Alan Venook & Ca... $50.00
Anonymous $50.00
Daniel Millard $50.00
MARY L MILLARD $50.00
Joan Lynch $50.00
Margaret Benziger $50.00
Kathleen Odonnell $50.00
Brenton Millard $38.38
Dennis Millard $38.00
Jan Schwab $38.00
Claire Bent $38.00
Diane Simpson $35.00
Cristian Trefault $25.00
Susan and Kenny Good... $25.00
Vanessa Pascoe $25.00
Deborah Cole $25.00
Alex Millard $10.38
Madison Millard $10.38
Wendy Millard
Helen Coyoca
Touchrain
Sue & Tom Terril...
Charles and Diane Ha...
Nicholas Hart
Mary Jane and Steve ...
Meryl Segal
Melanie F
Denise Gustafson
Sina Annastas
Cathie Fiskness
Denise Gustafson
Jim and Kerry Clifto...
Carolyn Caligiuri
Jim and Kerry Clifto...
Denise Gustafson
Vanessa Pascoe
Melanie Bent
Paulette Grover
Jenny and Randy
Emily Olson
Peggy & Phil Do...
Thomas Jenckes
irene Higgins fandre...
Nancy Mitchell

Supporter Comments

"RIP Dennis and go get em Mary Lee! "
Kathleen Odonnell
Tue Aug 17 05:41:21 EDT 2021
"you go girl! And happy birthday to Dennis in just a few days. Virginia and Dennis"
Virginia Johns
Wed Aug 18 12:36:36 EDT 2021
"Mary Lee, we are delighted to support your team! Just wish we had had more time to get to know Dennis..."
Margaret Benziger
Thu Aug 19 02:53:19 EDT 2021
"Hi MaryLee, Good luck on your bike ride in Dennis’ memory! Love from, Nancy Mitchell"
Nancy Mitchell
Fri Aug 20 05:46:02 EDT 2021
"Dearest MaryLee, What a beautiful tribute to Dennis. A daunting challenge no doubt, but that’s what you do best. Kerry❤️"
Jim and Kerry Clifton
Fri Aug 27 11:24:29 EDT 2021
"Happy belated birthday Dennis! We miss you! Love, Paul & Janice Chang"
Paul & Janice Chang
Thu Sep 2 09:00:55 EDT 2021
"The strength the two of you have shown is second to none. Let the fight continue as we win the war against cancer. I hope you do TWO laps around Lake Tahoe!! All the best, MJ and Steve Lundin"
Mary Jane and Steve Lundin
Sun Sep 5 11:56:29 EDT 2021
"We are happy to constribute to something so near and dear to your heart. Good luck on your bike ride, you can do it!!! Love from Dave and Wendy"
Wendy Millard
Sun Sep 5 04:10:05 EDT 2021
"Thinking of Dennis and missing him❣️"
Charles and Diane Hart
Sat Sep 18 10:02:59 EDT 2021
"Hi Marylee, 72 miles bike ride… I can image Dennis will be riding a long side with you cuz he loved biking too. Wish you all the best. Take care. Margaret n Phil"
Margaret Tan
Wed Sep 29 09:27:41 EDT 2021
"Happy Anniversary my love! 38 years and always in my heart and memories. 💕 Love you always my dear Dennis!"
MaryLee Millard
Thu Oct 21 09:13:44 EDT 2021
"Love you MaryLee, and I know Dennis is sailing in the great beyond, and loving you from afar."
Claire Bent
Fri Oct 22 02:50:56 EDT 2021
"Happy to help support this wonderful organization in Dennis's name!!♥️ Love from Melanie and Jim"
Melanie Bent
Fri Oct 22 02:56:34 EDT 2021
"For Dennis and my sister's brother-in-law John. Sending love! ?"
Jan Schwab
Fri Oct 22 03:35:49 EDT 2021
"Sending my love! You are incredible, as was Dennis! xoxox"
Vanessa Pascoe
Fri Oct 22 08:34:42 EDT 2021
"May MaryLee and Dennis’s adventures continue in charting new waters towards cancer research and cures. "
Denise Gustafson
Sat Oct 23 09:37:20 EDT 2021
"Miss you so deeply this first holiday season without you. Love your wife, MaryLee"
MARY L MILLARD
Tue Nov 30 09:51:14 EST 2021
""
Nicholas Hart
Mon Dec 20 12:33:27 EST 2021
"I love you forever Dad! You are in my thoughts and in my heart everyday. God be with you."
Daniel Millard
Wed Dec 29 10:17:56 EST 2021
"Do a little jig for G PA for me ❤️"
Brenton Millard
Thu Dec 30 09:55:45 EST 2021
"Enjoy the training rides and the main event. What a lovely tribute to Dennis! "
Anonymous user
Thu Dec 30 06:46:39 EST 2021
"What a lovely tribute to Dennis. We are cheering you on, Mary Lee!"
Jessica Kwon
Wed Jan 12 07:01:17 EST 2022
"We miss Denise so much and salute very much what Marylee is doing to combat cancer! "
Patricia and Christopher Pascoe
Sat Jan 22 09:04:57 EST 2022
"Thank you Mari and Gary for your lovely donation!"
Anonymous user
Sun Jan 23 11:37:15 EST 2022
"Your efforts are a wonderful tribute in the name of Dennis. It’s wonderful to know that these donations truly make a difference in the care of those who suffer with leukemia and other forms of cancer."
Ken Bartlett
Mon Jan 24 02:25:15 EST 2022
"Dearest MaryLee, I'm very sorry to hear of Dennis's passing. I really enjoyed meeting him at Vanessa's wedding and learning that we had Poway in common. You were so sweet to think of me when I was going through my cancer treatment; it meant a lot. I know you'll do great on the bike ride and I'm impressed that you are doing it. Much love and hugs to you. Katherine "
Katherine Wurzburg
Mon Jan 24 09:22:02 EST 2022
"Thanks for doing this, Mary. You are a "rockstar". Martha"
Martha B Walker
Fri Feb 11 01:21:24 EST 2022
"In memory of Dennis, who will always be your Valentine 💕"
Lori Fowler
Mon Feb 14 10:00:06 EST 2022
"So many fond memories of cruising times with Dennis and MaryLee."
Anonymous user
Fri Feb 25 12:55:29 EST 2022
"In support of my lovely sister, Mary Millard, who lost her dear husband, Dennis, on May 17, 2021. "
Cathy McDonald
Tue Mar 15 05:19:57 EDT 2022
"Riding for cures for all cancers. This week I am honoring my brave nieces Claire and Heidi who are fighting cancer."
Mary Lee Millard
Mon Apr 18 01:09:59 EDT 2022
"I want to honor you, MaryLee, as someone who has worked so hard and long to support research that will ultimately find a cure. God Bless your dear nieces, they are lucky to have you their corner!🥰"
Jim and Kerry Clifton
Tue Apr 19 06:01:31 EDT 2022
"Go MaryLee!! An admirable goal to ride for such a good cause. I’m sure Dennis would be proud of your effort! ❤️"
Lisa and Mano Scott
Sat Apr 23 12:11:52 EDT 2022
"I ride for cures. This week I am riding for the children."
Mary Lee Millard
Wed Apr 27 11:58:31 EDT 2022
"I ride this week for our dear siblings who we lost to cancer."
MaryLee Millard
Wed May 4 12:06:19 EDT 2022
"Morgan had MM but it was under control with meds. It was heart attacks which took his life. "
Emily Olson
Wed May 4 09:41:15 EDT 2022
"MaryLee what a wonderful way to recognize Dennis. You have such loving support from many. Marybeth Bryant"
Marybeth K Bryant
Thu May 5 10:53:56 EDT 2022
"I honor our mothers this week with a donation to LLS."
MaryLee Millard
Tue May 10 04:06:42 EDT 2022
"This donation is in support of MaryLee Millard; cheering her on in her run for a cure for cancer, fueled by the courage of all our loved ones who have fought or are fighting this disease. "
Denise Gustafson
Fri May 13 10:31:37 EDT 2022
"We love you so much! And loved Dennis so much! What a loving rascal and fighter that man was, I miss him so much."
Liam Zarri
Sat May 14 12:51:08 EDT 2022
" MaryLee, Good luck with this adventure! I know you can do this! You will fight to the end to achieve this goal, just as Dennis and you fought to keep him alive. Congratulations on your successful fundraising! Truly remarkable! Keeping you always in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Cathie Fiskness "
Cathie Fiskness
Sat May 14 06:33:12 EDT 2022
"Sail on my love, sail on for I shall meet you in the next horizon. All my love to the moon and back."
MaryLee Millard
Mon May 16 11:24:44 EDT 2022
"You go girl!! MaryLee - you are inspiring, hoping you have a wonderful ride! Thinking of Dennis and those we've lost to cancers. "
Sue & Tom Terrill
Mon May 16 06:27:11 EDT 2022
"I cycle for one goal, a world without cancer."
MaryLee Millard
Mon May 23 10:50:05 EDT 2022
"Thank you for bringing awareness to cancer and to raise funds to continue to find a cure "
Deborah Cole
Wed May 25 09:34:02 EDT 2022
"You are amazing MaryLee! We love you! "
Paul and Janice Chang
Thu May 26 12:22:40 EDT 2022
"go Mary Lee!"
Mark Dukas
Thu May 26 05:07:24 EDT 2022
"Sending our love! You are amazing Marylee!!"
Vanessa Pascoe
Fri May 27 12:58:33 EDT 2022
"MaryLee you are an inspiration to us all ❤️"
Dennis Millard
Sat May 28 10:24:14 EDT 2022
"We’re rooting for you and your team, MaryLee! Thank you all for your endless commitment to fundraising for cancer research towards fighting this disease. This donation is in loving memory of my dear Mom, Caroline Zuber Tuttle and her dear sister, Arlene Zuber Shepherd.❤️❤️"
Denise Gustafson
Sat May 28 11:18:25 EDT 2022
"I ride for all of our love ones who will all be with me in spirit on June 5 as I cycle around Lake Tahoe."
MaryLee Millard
Sun May 29 09:51:28 EDT 2022
"Wow - 72 miles - what an amazing tribute to Dennis. I am inspired and touched. Thinking of you always!"
Susan and Kenny Goodman
Mon May 30 09:36:30 EDT 2022
"go MaryLee 💕"
Virginia Johns
Tue May 31 06:42:54 EDT 2022
"Dennis my love, my old salt, Neumie and I are throwing the dock lines in your memory. It’s Tahoe or Bust but I know you will be with me in spirit and in my heart always."
Mary L Millard
Fri Jun 3 12:48:39 EDT 2022
"Thank you for the dedication and determination of this fundraiser."
Natalie Porter
Fri Jun 3 06:56:54 EDT 2022
"Way to go MaryLee!!!"
Scott Reider
Mon Jun 6 07:10:39 EDT 2022
""
Cristian Trefault
Thu Jul 7 09:26:03 EDT 2022
"MaryLee, Thank you for your endless efforts to find a cure. You are truly an amazing person. Hope to see you sometime in the office before 2023. Stay well, Meryl Segal"
Meryl Segal
Fri Jul 22 12:00:25 EDT 2022