By: Shar Dimick
THE VILLAGE REPORTER
The Titanium Warriors are running in honor of and fundraising to help with the ongoing medical expenses of Blakeslee resident, Natalie Siebenaler.
Siebenaler, the vibrant, five-year-old daughter of Justin and Kim, is in KinderKids at Edon Schools. She was born with multiple birth defects including spinal defects. She has already overcoming many health struggles; however, her battle is far from over as she is schedule for surgery this summer.
Faith and Alitza Livensparger, Kelly and Olivia Breininger, Roger Tennant and Lesli McIntosh make up the Titanium Warriors named in Siebenaler’s honor because she is “the definition of titanium.”
The Titanium Warriors will be running in the 5K Color Run in Ft Wayne, Indiana on May 23. In addition to competing in the 5K, they are also selling raffle tickets for a chance to win $600 (first prize), $300 (second prize) or $100 (third prize). Tickets are $10 and can be purchased from any team member. The drawing will be held on May 23rd, 2015. Team members can be contacted via their Facebook group, “Running for Natalie” at https://www.facebook.com/groups/764040353680562/
Donations can also be made in care of the Edon Ministerial Association at the Edon State Bank in Edon, Ohio.
Shar may be reached at
publisher@thevillagereporter.com