Oklahoma & Arizona Mile 21 Sponsors

Kent & Gail Mortensen

What is your hometown?

Kent - Tempe, Arizona
Gail - LeMars, Iowa

Are you a runner?

Kent - "Darn right, I've got the shoes to prove it!"
Gail - "I walk fast every morning and go to Curves 3 times a week. Does
that count?"

What is your profession?

Kent - Plumbing Contractor
Gail - domestic engineer

What are your hobbies?

Kent - fishing and building anything
Gail - upholstery, flower arranging, quilting, reading, and
photography

What size shoe do you wear?

Kent - size 12
Gail - size 9 1/2

What is your favorite food?

Kent - ice cream
Gail - popcorn

What is your favorite vacation destination?

Kent - Alaska
Gail - Alaska

What is your favorite inspirational quote?

Kent - " When you are in the service of your fellow beings, you are in the
service of your God."
Gail - ."When one door of happiness closes, another opens, but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one that has been opened for us." -Helen Keller

Why did you choose to support the Susan Mortensen Turley foundation by being a race sponsor?

"We have known and loved our niece, Susan, ever since she was born. We were
shocked to learn of Susan's cancer diagnosis last year. Her positive attitude
and the way that she faced her illness was a wonderful example to all of us.
We think this is a wonderful way to honor Susan and support a cause that was
important to her."

Who would you like to challenge to become a race sponsor for the Oklahoma Marathon?

Kent - "My cousin, Art Bushman, who lives in Oklahoma City."

Gail - "Anyone who wants to feel the thrill of running a marathon vicariously!"

Anything else you'd like to add?

"We have been trying to keep up with Anna ever since she has been born -
it's an endless adventure! Go Anna!!!!"

Anna's commentary: Thanks so much to by biggest and best supporters!!! (No offense to the rest of my fantastic supporters, it's just that I've known my parents a little longer). :) They were a huge support at my first marathon in Arizona. Had it not been for all of the hard work and support of my family during that race it would not have been nearly as amazing of an experience!