“Marshall” connects family to precious memories

Kevin Gilmore practicing as Marshall University running back, 1970. | Photo Courtesy of Anita and John Gilmore.When searching for the right dog to bring to his New Jersey apartment, Matthew Gilmore was flooded with family memories when introduced to one Aussie Doodle puppy. Although Gilmore’s family has lived in Harrison, New Jersey for decades, the family views Marshall University and the Huntington community as a home. The family has supported the university ever since Gilmore’s great uncle, Kevin Gilmore, was killed in the plane crash in 1970 that killed Marshall football players, coaches, and fans—only two miles away from the tri-state airport. So, when the breeder in western Pennsylvania told Gilmore that the Aussie Doodle’s name was “Marshall,” Gilmore froze.

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