Several weeks since post 554, and just over two weeks ago…my dear mother, Maureen Mary (Russell) Canum passed away – this post and ride is in memory of her! While she wasn’t a cyclist, and wouldn’t know any of the tracks included in this post, she more importantly was my one and only mom for over 60 years and one of my biggest influencers, cheerleaders, and supporters. Way to go mom…LOVE YOU!
So with this tribute post…FIRST, some things you should know about Maureen and then SECOND, some things you should know about my latest ride mix and profile.
THE OBITUARY
Maureen Mary (Russell) Canum, age 84, of Holland, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. Maureen grew up in St. Johns, Michigan, beloved daughter of Sherwood and Edith (Hunter) Russell. She later went on to attend the University of Michigan to study nursing. Maureen became a Registered Nurse and worked at Blodgett Hospital. Maureen and Lyle were married in 1959 and called west Michigan their home. While living in Holland, Maureen enjoyed raising as many as 27 horses on their Arabian Horse Ranch. For many years, Lyle and Maureen enjoyed winter months with their “big rig” RV, enjoying the sights and spending time with friends and family along the way. In her spare time Maureen liked to read, especially if the cleaning was done. Maureen will be dearly missed as a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her brother, William (and Janet) Russell; and brother-in-law, Lon Canum. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 64 years, Lyle Canum; children, Stephen (and Bonnie) Canum, Michael Canum; granddaughters, Brittany (and Christopher) Gray, Allison (and Matthew) Latarewicz; great-grandchildren, Lillian Rose Gray, Frederick Stephen Gray; brother-in-law, Lynn Canum; sister-in-law, Kathy Canum; and many nieces and nephews. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of Maureen’s life will be scheduled at a future date. Until then, the family welcomes visitors and cards during this difficult time. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Green Acres of Allendale or Corewell Health Hospice.
THE CELEBRATION OF LIFE (October 1, 2023)
Dear friends & family,
Lyle Canum and family invite you and yours to join us as we pay tribute to the life and spirit of Maureen Canum (3/28/1939 – 8/30/2023) at the Fredrick Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park (Pfeiffer Room), Noon-3PM, Sunday, October 1st.
We look forward to sharing fellowship, stories, tears, and laughter in memory of Maureen! Light refreshments and snacks will be provided.
While at “the Gardens” you will also have full access to everything on-site, including: self-parking, the indoor botanical gardens and exhibits, the outdoor sculpture park and children’s garden, and other amenities.
Please RSVP by Friday, September 22nd via phone, text or email with your name, contact information, count of attendees…
By Email: sbbacanum@yahoo.com
By Phone / text message: 616-340-2202
We look forward to seeing you soon…in memory of Maureen Canum!
–Lyle, Steve, and Bonnie
More information about Fredrick Meijer Gardens:
https://www.meijergardens.org/ (Sunday hours 11am – 5pm)
1000 East Beltline Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Nearby accommodations:
- Country Inn & Suites by Radisson (under 1 mile) https://goo.gl/maps/gCfcRUSiYFNSoWxJA
- Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown (5 miles) https://goo.gl/maps/oUGBgV4XMr1mScTy7
- Hilton Garden Inn (5 miles) https://goo.gl/maps/uv2kAkZ7GQsZu9Ub7
Other local attractions and events the weekend of September 30th/ October 1st:
NOTE: This is the final weekend of ArtPrize 2023…one of Maureen’s favorite fall events!
LET’S RIDE…FOR MAUREEN!
Of course this is my NEW FAVORITE mix…I’ve been listening for a couple weeks now. My original plan was for this to be used at class last Monday, but I came down with the flu (not COVID!) and had to find ANOTHER sub. So, I’ll be back at Mary Free Bed YMCA on the 18th…it’ll be a burner!
Playlist & Ride Profile
1. Warm-up: Seasons / Thirty Seconds To Mars
2. Quick combo flat: Driving / Tyler Shaw
3. Combo hill: Run Away With Me / Cold War Kids
4. Standing sprints: Won’t Forget This Time / Steve Aoki, KAAZE, John Martin
5. Power climb, attacks on a hill (3X): Perfect Match / Saint Chaos, Royal Republic
6. Progressive combo hill: Artificial / Daughtry
7. Standing jog w/ seated sprints: Rush / Troye Sivan
8. Steady standing climb: GUARANTEE (Summer Mix) / Black Eyed Peas
9. Progressive extended climb: An Arrow In The Wall / Death Cab for Cutie
10. Sprint intervals: Feel Your Ghost / Tiesto, Mathame
11. Attacks on a hill: Disconnect / Becky Hill, Chase & Status
12. Quick climb: Liar Liar / Dylan, Bastille
13. Jumps: Boyfriend / Usher
14. Final sprint home!: live more & live more / Cat Burns, 220 KID
15. Cool down & stretch: Uneasy / Jon Batiste, Lil Wayne
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On YouTube:
spIn the News:
https://www.womanandhome.com/health-wellbeing/benefits-of-indoor-cycling/
Take care…enjoy the week ahead!
–Steve
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