Justin Watkins

6years
Justin Watkins
I am riding 200 mi in memory of in remembrance of Ann Michelle Chung. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 200.9 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 4058th
  • State: 245th in IL
I've raised $526 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

in remembrance of Ann Michelle Chung

in remembrance of Ann Michelle Chung

Ann Michelle Chung, nee Brown, age 43, of Homewood, IL, passed away on Friday, August 12, 2022 from Cholangiocarcinoma.. Beloved wife of Thomas L. Chung. Cherished daughter of Michael and Barb Brown. Loving sister of Matthew A. Brown. Annie’s friends describe her as “pure walking sunshine” and “a bright light like an angel”. She always found the good in people and the positive in any situation. Her genuine compassion and selflessness touched the hearts of so many people. Annie was funny, quick witted, and had a smile that would light up the room. She loved music. She loved to travel. She loved good food and good beer. She loved cheesy hallmark movies and murder mystery TV shows. Most importantly, she loved her husband, her family, her friends, her church, and her dogs. Annie believes in the saying, “Joy is much bigger than happiness. While happiness is often seen as dependent on external circumstances, Joy is not.” Her life was most certainly full of JOY!

My Story

16 Sep 2024

This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge. I'll be riding in remembrance of Ann Michelle Chung, nee Brown, age 43, of Homewood, IL. Ann passed away on Friday, August 12, 2022 after battling Cholangiocarcinoma for several years. She was the beloved wife of Thomas L. Chung, cherished daughter of Michael and Barb Brown, and the loving sister of Matthew A. Brown.

Annie’s friends describe her as “pure walking sunshine” and “a bright light like an angel”. She always found the good in people and the positive in any situation. Her genuine compassion and selflessness touched the hearts of so many people. Annie was funny, quick witted, and had a smile that would light up the room. She loved music. She loved to travel. She loved good food and good beer. She loved cheesy hallmark movies and murder mystery TV shows. Most importantly, she loved her husband, her family, her friends, her church, and her dogs. Annie believes in the saying, “Joy is much bigger than happiness. While happiness is often seen as dependent on external circumstances, Joy is not.” Her life was most certainly full of JOY!

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 6 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 501 mi Ridden
    $516 Raised
    2019
  • 501 mi Ridden
    $571 Raised
    2020
  • Ridden
    $590 Raised
    2021
  • 219 mi Ridden
    $920 Raised
    2022
  • Ridden
    $512 Raised
    2023
6years
1,450 mi
Ridden
$3,635
Raised

My Challenge

  • We Did It!
    1 Oct 2024

    Thank you for your support

    Posted 54 days ago
  • 16.2 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Monday, September 30, 2024
    Logged this ride 54 days ago - View on Strava
  • 41.2 mi ride - Morning Ride - Sunday, September 29, 2024
    Logged this ride 56 days ago - View on Strava
  • 15.3 mi ride - Morning Ride - Saturday, September 28, 2024
    Logged this ride 57 days ago - View on Strava
  • 25.7 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Wednesday, September 18, 2024
    Logged this ride 66 days ago - View on Strava
  • 26.0 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Tuesday, September 17, 2024
    Logged this ride 67 days ago - View on Strava
  • 25.7 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Monday, September 16, 2024
    Logged this ride 68 days ago - View on Strava
  • $500 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved GUARDIAN LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 69 days ago
  • 25.8 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Sunday, September 15, 2024
    Logged this ride 70 days ago - View on Strava
  • 25.0 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Tuesday, September 10, 2024
    Logged this ride 74 days ago - View on Strava
  • $250 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $250 to fight kids' cancer and achieved PROTECTOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 75 days ago
  • $100 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $100 to fight kids' cancer and achieved DEFENDER LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 75 days ago
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My Sponsors

  • Kick Cancer's Butt Day matched donation
    “Here's your matched donation from a group of wonderful Children's Cancer Research Fund supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
    $204.22
    Received this donation 74 days ago
    Justin Watkins
    Justin
    “Wow, thank you”
  • Michael Bricker
    $124.20
    Received this donation 75 days ago
    Justin Watkins
    Justin
    “Thank you Michael!”
  • Facebook Fundraiser Donation
    $51.52
    Received this donation 75 days ago
  • Julie Williamson
    $36.23
    Received this donation 75 days ago
    Justin Watkins
    Justin
    “Thank you Julie!”
  • Facebook Fundraiser Donation
    $26.01
    Received this donation 103 days ago
    Justin Watkins
    Justin
    “Thank you Trav”
  • Facebook Fundraiser Donation
    $20.91
    Received this donation 54 days ago
  • Brent Green
    “Thank you for riding for such a great cause and thank you for letting us take a picture with you at RAGBRAI.”
    $20.70
    Received this donation 75 days ago
    Justin Watkins
    Justin
    “Thank you Brent! Same time next year”
  • Justin Mai
    $20.70
    Received this donation 110 days ago
    Justin Watkins
    Justin
    “Thank you!”
  • Facebook Fundraiser Donation
    $10.70
    Received this donation 74 days ago
  • Anonymous
    $10.35
    Received this donation 69 days ago
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