Run for Remembrance 5K

About the Event

This is a heartfelt race dedicated to honoring and celebrating the lives of those we have lost. This race is inspired by and in honor of Erasmo Elias Jr.

The Run for Remembrance 5K is more than just a race; it's a chance to come together in support and solidarity. Each step we take is a tribute to the memories we hold dear. This race is a symbol of hope and healing for all. Whether you are running in memory of a friend, family member, or anyone who has touched your life, this event provides a space to honor their legacy and find solace in shared experiences.

The proceeds will go towards a scholarship.

Races Offered

Oct 24, 2026

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Distance — 3.1 Miles

terrain

Type — Running

timer

12:00

sell

$30.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Defiance.

thermostat Temperature

8.2° / 18.6°

wb_sunny Feels like

5.0° / 15.4°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 33m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.8 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

12.9 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

68.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:50

nightlight Sunset

18:55

About Defiance

Learn more about the host city, Defiance.

Defiance is a city of 17,000 people (2019) and the seat of Defiance county in Northwest Ohio.

Hotels & Places to Stay

Race Results

Official finishing times from previous editions of Run for Remembrance 5K.

Place	Name	Gender	Age	City	Time
🥇	Aubry Carlisle	M	38	Indianapolis, IN	22:34.72
🥈	Will Johns	M	32	Defiance, OH	23:17.34
🥉	DeAnte Evans	M	28	Toledo, OH	23:25.61
4	Fernando Garcia	M	23	Bryan, OH	24:14.31
5	W. Shepard	M	10	Fort Wayne, IN	26:08.12
6	Adreana Lopez	F	35	Defiance, OH	28:17.4
7	S. Shepard	F	8	Fort Wayne, IN	28:37.97
8	Rene Valle	M	44	Defiance, OH	28:48.43
9	Dominic Vergara	M	20	Columbus, OH	29:10.26
10	Alex Riethman	M	24	Oakwood, OH	30:03.24
11	S. Shepard	F	12	Fort Wayne, IN	30:15.49
12	Anika Craft	F	23	Bowling Green, OH	30:45.9
13	Allison Shepard	F	37	Fort Wayne, IN	30:52.22
14	Kahle Thompson	M	16	West Unity, OH	31:23.25
15	Jackie Dean	M	52	Montpelier, OH	31:37.6
16	Brooke Silcox	F	23	Tipp City, OH	32:39.1
17	Grady Flynn	M	13	Springville, IN	32:55.21
18	Guadalupe Martinez Jr.	M	24	Defiance, OH	34:15.18
19	Juan Silva	M	25	Defiance, OH	35:49
20	Cornelio Elias	M	45	Woodbridge, VA	36:48.22
21	Savannah McCoy	F	23	Defiance, OH	37:16.47
22	Laney Grimwood	F	24	Defiancee, OH	37:17.66
23	Rylee George	F	23	Cardington, OH	42:03.84
24	James Velasquez	M	27	Defiance, OH	43:27.99
25	Guadalupe Martinez	M	44	Defiance, OH	45:21.68
26	Veronica Martinez	F	45	Defiance, OH	46:14.65
27	Arlina Ponce	F	55	Defiance, OH	47:57.29
28	Leslie Roberts	F	37	Defiance, OH	49:32.92
29	Vincent Salinas	M	56	Defiance, OH	50:29.78
30	Sierra Salinas	F	24	Defiance, OH	50:33.34
31	L. Thompson	M	8	Defiance, OH	51:28.42
32	Amya Crawford	F	15	Defiance, OH	51:30.8
33	Patty Weber	F	60	Defiance, OH	51:53.84
34	Roberto Ramirez	M	16	Defiance, OH	52:05.1
35	Alena Elias	F	18	Defiance, OH	52:06
36	Mario Flores	M	59	Archbold, OH	52:25.98
37	Mario Flores	M	59	Archbold, OH	52:27.8
38	Michael Thompson	M	36	Defiance, OH	53:19.03
39	Isabel Flores	F	31	Defiance, OH	53:24.81
40	Rebecca Hatton	F	38	Defiance, OH	53:27.16
41	Evan Cox	M	20	Findlay, OH	53:59.56
42	Tammy Allison	F	46	Wauseon, OH	54:03.69
43	Todd Moore	M	44	Defiance, OH	54:05.91
44	Dorothy Baer	F	48	Archbold, OH	54:07.49
45	Maci Hovest	F	18	Findlay, OH	54:09.79
46	Susie Recker	F	41	Findlay, OH	54:16.57
47	Melissa Elias	F	48	Defiance, OH	54:23.19
48	Lorena Martinez	F	47	Defiance, OH	54:24.49
49	D. Maldonado	M	11	Defiance, OH	55:58.85
50	E. Silva	M	11	Defiance, OH	56:02.24