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Runners show support in the first annual Jonathan Gray race

Updated: Saturday, 07 Jul 2012, 7:28 PM EDT
Published : Saturday, 07 Jul 2012, 5:35 PM EDT

HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) - Hundreds of family, friends and strangers braved the heat, to participate in the 1st annual Jonathan "Jonno" Gray 5k race at Ashley Reservoir Saturday.

Jonno was a 2011 Holyoke graduate and a UMASS freshman athlete who suddenly died of cardiac arrest at the age of 18.

Three local youths who best represent Jonathan's qualities and character will each be awarded a $2,500 scholarship.

Jonathan's mother, Cynthia Gray says, “It's bittersweet and heart warming to see this town and the people in it remember Jonathan's legacy. “

All the money raised in Saturday's race will benefit The Chad Foundation and Scholarship Fund.

Runners show support in the first annual Jonathan Gray race

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