YOUNGSTERS, from left, Reilly Berlinghieri, Austin Routhier, Emilie O’Shea, Joey Berlinghieri, Connor Routhier, Keira Kenneally and Aviva Lash had a great time during Lynnfield Rotary’s 5K Run and Walk. (Maggie Kenneally Photo)
LYNNFIELD — The cold morning was no match for the warmth and good friendship on display at the 13th annual Rotary Turkey Trot on Sunday, Nov 20.
Over 300 participated in the traditional 5K, which included walkers for the first time. Rotary, as always, worked to raise funds for Lynnfield High School scholarships for deserving high school seniors as well as various community causes.
This year, however, inspired by a compelling story, Rotary partnered with the Lynnfield Moms Group for their fundraising activity as well. LMG came out to honor the memory of their friend Julie Routhier, who passed away in September after a brief battle with a very aggressive cancer. She left behind a husband and three young children. Their hope was to raise funds to help other such families in the community that face the devastating loss of a loved one so suddenly.
In the spirit of the day, Lynnfield Rotary President Christine Travers dressed in a colorful, fun turkey outfit got the festivities started, welcoming all the contestants to the starting line.
THE ROUTHIER FAMILY, Brianne, Austin, Brad and Connor, were incredibly touched that Lynnfield Rotary and the Lynnfield Moms Group joined forces to honor the late Julie Routhier during the recent Turkey Trot 5K Run and Walk. Julie passed away from cancer in September, and left behind her husband and three children.
(Maggie Kenneally Photo)
After everyone stood for the “Star-Spangled Banner,” Travers read a moving letter written by the Lynnfield Mothers Group to honor Julie Routhier, who fought cancer so valiantly.
With that, the familiar “ready, set, go” was said, and the racers were off. The walkers were off first, who then followed by the runners.
After the official race was underway, Travers then called for the Fun Run heats to begin. Three were conducted, which provided a fitting conclusion to a spirited, fun filled morning!
The order of finish was as follows for the 5K Race:
Overall winners
Female: Kara Moran
Male: Angelo DeLuca
Age class winners
12 and under
Female: Taylor Carney
Male: Danny Toland
13-18
Female: Maddie Daigle
Male: Jake Martinho
19-29
Female: Jade Demato
Male: Christopher McCarthy
30-39
Female: Jessica Stevenson
Male: Salvatore Bottaro
40-49
Female: Emily McDivitt
Male: Chris Doherty
50 and over
Female: Connie Ruel
Male: Michael Dimavro
GOOD FRIENDS, from left, Kimberlee Kossover Hansen, Maggie Kenneally, Tricia Berlinghieri and Lauren O’Shea enjoyed coming together to honor the late Julie Routhier during Lynnfield Rotary’s recent Turkey Trot 5K Run and Walk. Lynnfield Rotary and the Lynnfield Moms Group joined forces to honor Julie, who passed away from cancer in September, and left behind her husband and three children.
(Dick Dalton Photo)
Travers also thanked the Turkey Trot 5K’s sponsors and donors: MarketStreet, First Financial Trust, Kimball & Kimball Law Firm, Dunkin Donuts (Coletta/Mello family), Moynihan Lumber, Lynnfield Moms Group (LMG), The Savings Bank, Everett Savings, Wakefield Cooperative Bank, atty. Stephanie Petty, Goddard School, Nike Lynnfield, Burton’s Grill & Bar, Dick Dalton, David Drislane, Peggy Calle, Jack and Hilda Moynihan, Lauren O’Shea, Dunkin Donuts (MaryAnn Coletta), Bagel World Route 1, Boston Audio Visual/Bob Priestley, Eastern Bank, A Healthy Lynnfield and Lynnfield Rotary.“Thank you to the Select Board, Lynnfield town administration, Lynnfield Police Department, Lynnfield Fire Department and the Lynnfield Historical Commission for their vital support,” said Travers. “We also want to thank Second-Wind Race Timers for their race result expertise. Finally, this race could not have been possible without the tireless efforts of our team of Rotarians, High School Rotary Interact Club members, the Lynnfield Moms Group and volunteers from family and friends. Thank you for making this day a memorable success.”
