Thank you Christian! It is an important part of my life story that my family will cherish long after I am gone. Hopefully, those ties that bind will continue when my 5 yr old granddaughter, or her sister grow up to become a Husky cheerleader and/ or UW grad!!
What binds us together as people is much greater than differences. Stories like this should help remind us we need each other: friends, family, community.
There were two picks by UW in the last two series. Jackson got the first one that the Michigan RB mishandled and Michael took it off his shoulder/back. Nesby had the second one when Leach threw deep and Nesby caught it to seal the win.
Christian, thanks for sharing this inspiring story. One of my sisters was de facto the 14th O'Hara sibling, a roommate and close friend of Kathy's older sister. She spent a summer living with the family and has remained a part of their family gatherings for decades. Kathy's son, Nick, worked for many years for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue, where I have served on the board for over 20 years. Special and remarkable do not begin to describe the O'Hara-Warren family. Kathy's remission is an example of strength, fortitude and hope that prayers from so many can work. Despite the explosively changing college football landscape, much of which I lament, I am staying engaged partly because I hope the soul of college football can survive what feels increasingly soulless. Thanks for this story that fuels my idealism, optimism and hope.
Yes, I do. What a small world!... He is healthy and wonderful and retired and playing in bands and having a great life. He is a great man, brother & uncle and I love him immensely!!
He knows me as Frank, Marty is my nickname for Martin. He was a really good guy and I've missed seeing him at the reunions we have had. Thank you and it sounds like he has a great sister!
A very touching story- it made me cry. My mom wasn’t as fortunate. She was 87 when diagnosed with lymphoma after visiting the ER in 2018. She passed a month later. The most important thing in life are the people! 💜😢
Your perspective rings true for me . . . my Dad made all the little things matter, including making memories with all his children and enjoying Husky football. We went to the Peach Bowl together in 2016 because it was a once-in-a-lifetime type of thing . . . little did we know it'd be our last game together before he passed unexpectedly the following summer.
I can relate as a caregiver for my wife who has been fighting stage 4 cancer for the last five years. We've had seats in Husky stadium since the early 80's and God Bless the memory of Don James!
I read this yesterday. Kathy and Onie rung familiar, but I couldn’t place why. It hit me this morning. For a number of years our seats were just a few rows behind them in the north stands. I remember Onie wearing Bellevue High gear. Small world. Blessings to you both and your family. Kathy, continued prayers for a full recovery and a long time to enjoy your grandchildren.
Great piece, Christian! Your writing gives Kathy's story the honor that it deserves. Reading these comments reminds me why I feel so connected to our Husky community.
Thank you Christian! It is an important part of my life story that my family will cherish long after I am gone. Hopefully, those ties that bind will continue when my 5 yr old granddaughter, or her sister grow up to become a Husky cheerleader and/ or UW grad!!
What binds us together as people is much greater than differences. Stories like this should help remind us we need each other: friends, family, community.
So true!
Of course I caught a silly error after publishing: the Rose Bowl was Jan. 2 that year, not Jan. 1.
Another nitpick: I believe Michael Jackson made the clinching INT, not Nesby. Keep the great human interest stories coming.
There were two picks by UW in the last two series. Jackson got the first one that the Michigan RB mishandled and Michael took it off his shoulder/back. Nesby had the second one when Leach threw deep and Nesby caught it to seal the win.
Christian, thanks for sharing this inspiring story. One of my sisters was de facto the 14th O'Hara sibling, a roommate and close friend of Kathy's older sister. She spent a summer living with the family and has remained a part of their family gatherings for decades. Kathy's son, Nick, worked for many years for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue, where I have served on the board for over 20 years. Special and remarkable do not begin to describe the O'Hara-Warren family. Kathy's remission is an example of strength, fortitude and hope that prayers from so many can work. Despite the explosively changing college football landscape, much of which I lament, I am staying engaged partly because I hope the soul of college football can survive what feels increasingly soulless. Thanks for this story that fuels my idealism, optimism and hope.
Thank you for your kind words Rick, we love your entire family too, not just my "extra" sister ❤️
Kathy, great story!! Any chance you had a brother Terry, who went to Seattle Prep with me and graduated in 1969?
Yes, I do. What a small world!... He is healthy and wonderful and retired and playing in bands and having a great life. He is a great man, brother & uncle and I love him immensely!!
I will tell him you asked about him.
He knows me as Frank, Marty is my nickname for Martin. He was a really good guy and I've missed seeing him at the reunions we have had. Thank you and it sounds like he has a great sister!
Thank you again for doing such a wonderful job of telling this story!! It's a beautifully written article.
A very touching story- it made me cry. My mom wasn’t as fortunate. She was 87 when diagnosed with lymphoma after visiting the ER in 2018. She passed a month later. The most important thing in life are the people! 💜😢
I imagine it made all of us who lost our mothers that way cry. I think all of us also rejoice in these victories. Kick cancers arse.
Kathy, you're a hero!
Your perspective rings true for me . . . my Dad made all the little things matter, including making memories with all his children and enjoying Husky football. We went to the Peach Bowl together in 2016 because it was a once-in-a-lifetime type of thing . . . little did we know it'd be our last game together before he passed unexpectedly the following summer.
I'm so sorry for your loss Kevin. Was your dad's name John?
We had gone to high school with a John Cacabellos, thought it might be your father. I read your story about your dad, such a special memory.
Thanks, much appreciated. Close, Jim! John is related I believe.
Wrote this about him in July: https://www.seatownsports.org/p/kc-at-the-bat-reviving-a-sports-column?r=2rbo4q&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
I can relate as a caregiver for my wife who has been fighting stage 4 cancer for the last five years. We've had seats in Husky stadium since the early 80's and God Bless the memory of Don James!
Warm Regards
Gregg Herrell
I really enjoy these ties that bind stories. Well done.
That’s a better victory than winning the Rose Bowl.
I read this yesterday. Kathy and Onie rung familiar, but I couldn’t place why. It hit me this morning. For a number of years our seats were just a few rows behind them in the north stands. I remember Onie wearing Bellevue High gear. Small world. Blessings to you both and your family. Kathy, continued prayers for a full recovery and a long time to enjoy your grandchildren.
A great read and most of all makes us Proud to be a Husky. And thanks to Kathy and her family for sharing your life story with us.
Great article, Christian. Thanks for writing!
Great article Christian
Wow Christian!
Great piece, Christian! Your writing gives Kathy's story the honor that it deserves. Reading these comments reminds me why I feel so connected to our Husky community.