Bill Belleville

genenewmanRRTC Chairman

I just learned the passing away of one of our long time measurers/Certifier. Bill started measuring in 1985 and became a Regional Certifier in 1995. His maps were excellenr and served as an examples for all to follow.

I had many conversations with Bill and found him to be very dedicated to the certification process. About two years ago, Bill informed me that he had to retire as the PA Regional Certifier as he was battling cancer.

He will be always remembered as one of our best. Rest In Peace.

1/11/175:28 AM

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jimgerweckMember

Sad to hear this. Bill's maps were works of art, like architectural or engineering drawings. He fit more detail on one page than most of us can get on half a dozen. Check out 2012 Philadelphia Marathon map for an example. I'm sad I never got to meet him in person and watch him make a map. Everyone who met him said he was a great guy.

1/11/175:32 AM

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nathanporchMember

Sad to hear. Last I had heard, he was on the mend. Jim, I agree, his maps were excellent

1/11/176:09 AM

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AdminMember

That Philadelphia Marathon map does actually look like artwork. Amazing.

1/11/178:58 AM

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jimgerweckMember

I've probably run Philly more than any other marathon. The night before the race, I'd go over Bill's map, and somehow, even in the throes of late-race fatigue, his descriptions of each mile point would pop into my head as I approached them (living in Philly for 5 years and being intimately familiar with the roads helped). Made the races almost bearable.

1/11/179:37 PM

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jhpMember

I checked the course database and Bill had measured 344 race courses since 1985, many of which were in Philly. I recently measured on Kelly Dr. and MLK along the river in Philly and Bill's road marks were as unique as his maps. I am also sorry that I never had the opportunity to meet him. He will be missed.

1/12/177:51 PM

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