
Riders and friends are coming together to honor Marj’s memory with a day on the road and a night of celebration, raising awareness and funds for pancreatic cancer along the way. Marj’s Memorial Ride is a community-led event in her honor, keeping her spirit alive one mile at a time.
After being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer on January 19, 2026, Marj passed away just weeks later on March 6, 2026. The speed at which this disease changed her life is a powerful reminder of why early detection research is so critical. Through this ride, participants are helping advance research, raise awareness, and honor Marj’s legacy with every mile.
📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026
🎟️ Registration opens at 11 a.m. at The Cedar Inn, Cedarville, IL
🏍️ Last bike/car out by noon
💵 $20 per rider or passenger
Riders must complete five stops along the route before checking in at Wayside Saloon by 5 p.m.:
Starting Point: The Cedar Inn (Cedarville, IL)
📍 Smiley’s Pub (Warren, IL)
📍 McConnell Hideaway (McConnell, IL)
📍 New Diggings Store (New Diggings, WI)
📍 Railside Pub & Gaming (Lena, IL)
📍 Wayside Saloon (Freeport, IL)
The ride ends with a night to remember at Wayside Saloon, 1802 Crossroads Lane North, Freeport, IL—featuring:
🎶 Live music from Rock Steady, 7–10 p.m.
🏷️ Silent auction
🎉 Food and fun, all in Marj’s memory
You can still ride with us in spirit. Register, sponsor a rider, or make a gift in Marj’s honor. Every dollar goes directly to Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation to support pancreatic cancer awareness.