I’m making prostate cancer history.
In honour of my Dad, Steven 🩵
This year as I lace up my shoes for my 6th Long Run, I carry a heavy heart. On July 16th 2025, we said goodbye to my funny, intelligent and wonderful Dad. He was a few months shy of his 59th birthday, we lost him to Prostate Cancer which metastasised throughout his body.
The strength Dad showed us over the years, and in the final stages of his life has empowered me to dedicate every ounce of energy I have to The Long Run 2025. Since Dad’s diagnosis, I have been running every September to raise awareness and funds for the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.
Dad’s cancer was unfortunately found too late, in June 2020 at 52 years of age, with no symptoms and at Stage IV, his cancer had already metastasised. Over the past five years since Dad’s diagnosis, the cancer spread to his bones and most recently his lymph nodes, liver, lungs and brain.
Dad requested that he would like his legacy to be around the awareness of men getting their PSA tested at a younger age. This is certainly not an “old man’s disease”.
My mission has always been to help other families not go through what we have gone through, by encouraging the men we love to get tested earlier, so they have a fighting chance.
My heart is filled with so much love for this cause and the desire to honour my Dad’s legacy for years to come. I know Dad will be with me every step of the way. Any donation is appreciated, thank you from the bottom of my heart.
“Gone too soon and loved forever.”
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Thank you to my sponsors
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Sorry I’ll miss your morning tea - wishing you all the best 💕
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Steve would be so proud of you, I certainly am xx
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Love you Madeline xxx so proud of you raising awareness , and since the start of your dad's diagnosis you have just made this your yearly priority. So many family and friends, and people you don't even know support you as it just touches so many hearts with your commitment. You are really amazing Mads 🌸
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Damian Longo
Madeline, I just read your story on the PCFA’s facebook page. Firstly, my condolences for the loss of your wonderful Dad. I was diagnosed with prostate cancer earlier this year and had my prostate removed two weeks ago. I was one of the lucky ones that had their cancer picked up early. I cant take part in the longest run due to my condition, so I wanted to support your journey as you honour your Dad. Stay strong and keep up the great fight.
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Awesome work champ
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Sarah Cannon
Your commitment to Steven and honouring his memory is a privilege to watch. Well done.
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Kayla Marshall
As a Daughter with a dad who has a recurrence of prostate cancer, this touched my heart. You’re amazing, go Madeline! Your Dad/Family must be so proud of you.
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Ann & Michael Philippe
The love you have for your Dad Mads is truely doing amazing things for others through this cause & was a blessing for Steve while he was with us xxx
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So sorry that you've lost your papa bear. Wish I could give you a big hug. Lots of love from Edinburgh. I'm sure you'll nail your run! Xxx
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Steven was a great man, always great for a laugh and great moments. Very honoured that he was a good mate. Condolences to the family. He will be missed.
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Good Maddy! Every step will help make a difference…
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Your dad is so proud of you Madeline. He was a huge part of our family during our teen years. Will always be remembered with fond memories.
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