Support Denny O'Grady's Battle with Cancer

You may know Denny O'Grady best as "The Voice of the Maroons." Just by reading his name, you may be able to play back some of his words in his infamous booming voice - "Finish Strong, Young Man" at a track meet, "Touchdown, Maroons" at a football game, or "And, the Maroons WIN!" at any athletic competition.

O'Grady's love for the Maroons began as he attended Dowling Catholic High School. It was there where he developed his love for all things sports, and slowly began his career.He served as a sports reporter at his college alma mater, St. Thomas. Following graduation, O'Grady began his 30-year career in Carroll, Iowa at the Carroll Times-Herald. He covered nearly every school, every athlete, and every sport in Carroll and all surrounding areas. To know high school sports in northwest Iowa is to know Denny O'Grady.

So, coming back to Dowling in the early 2000s, only seemed right. O'Grady went back to his ol' stomping grounds and has served Dowling Catholic for 20-plus years. Denny offers his time and talent on a volunteer basis - a true testament to his love for the Maroons and his altruistic ways. "Doing it for the kids" is his only reward.

At this time, O'Grady is facing some very big health concerns. He has recently been diagnosed with lung cancer, and is home-bound while he undergoes treatment. There will be many unexpected expenses that he will face along the way, including food, transportation, treatment, medical bills, and more. Just as Denny has selflessly given back to many, we've created a GoFundMe to show him that the love you give will be returned to you, just as it says in the chapter of Luke 6:38.

Thank you for prayerfully considering giving back to a true staple of the communities of Carroll and Des Moines. Please continue to keep O'Grady in your prayers, and ask that he "finish strong" in his battle with cancer.

Quick note about me - I have been lucky enough to be friends and colleagues with Denny over the past 10 years through Dowling Athletics and parochial track. Once we end this fundraiser, I plan to deliver the funds raised via check directly to Denny.

Thank you all for your overwhelming generosity.