Welcome to the Heroes Run - October 12, 2024

The Heroes Run supports healthcare and emergency service professionals through the Melissa Harting Nursing Memorial Scholarship, the Robert Becker Nursing Memorial Scholarship Fund, and the Ryan Pleasants Memorial Fund. Your generous contributions enable us to support future heroes in these vital professions, honoring the memories of Melissa, Robert, and Ryan through this event. Thank you for being a part of this important cause.

Melissa Harting

Melissa

Melissa Harting was a registered nurse at Providence Saint Mary Medical Center in the Emergency Department. She began her long-time career at Providence St. Mary Medical Center as a Certified Nursing Assistant and later moved into an Emergency Tech role. In 2018, she was accepted into Walla Walla Community Colleges Nursing Program where she graduated and obtained her Registered Nurse licensure in 2020. She is remembered for her passion and dedication to providing excellent patient care, along with her humor and deep love for her family. On October 4th, 2023, Melissa passed away at the age of 44.

Robert Becker

Robert

Robert Becker was the second-year lead instructor for the Walla Walla Community College Nursing Program and had been teaching nursing students for over 34 years when he retired in June 2023. Many of the nurses in the Walla Walla Valley and beyond have had Rob as an instructor. His love for teaching and inspiring students went above and beyond. Rob loved his family fiercely. He passed away November 8th, 2023, at the age of 68.

Ryan Pleasants

Ryan

Ryan Pleasants of Walla Walla, WA, passed away on January 7, 2024, while on duty for the City of Walla Walla Fire Department. Ryan dedicated his life to serving his community. His career began in the Cowlitz County - North Country area as a mountain rescue/EMT for two years. That proceeded a 19-year career as a firefighter/paramedic with the City of Walla Walla Fire Department, with a most recent promotion of Firefighter Engineer on his 20th year. He continually showcased his commitment and passion for his work, the community, and his fire brothers and sisters, as well as his profound love for his family.