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Special Olympic Athlete Delivers the Gold

By Marilyn Loeser

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

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Kevin Woodbury is a dedicated employee at the Pittsburgh General Mail Facility (GMF). "You can always count on Kevin to come to work, do a great job and give you a big smile," said Maintenance Operations Manager Bill Garvin.

And off-the-clock, the custodian is an accomplished athlete. Recently, at two separate Special Olympics events — Clarion State University and the University of Pittsburgh — Woodbury won a total of eight medals for basketball and swimming.

"I love basketball and swimming, I love my job and

 I love life," Woodbury said. "I started competing in 2000. I really enjoy the challenge the games bring to my life."

"This is a great accomplishment," said Garvin. "We're always cheering him on." 

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  • Congratulation on your wonderful performance. You must be so proud of yourself. I envy you so much. I had polio when I was a baby. The polio left me with limitations and I cannot perform in certain sports. You have it all. Keep up the good work....
    Posted: May 13, 2009 9:52 AM
  • At least he wasn't competing against the President in Bowling! Sorry, I couldn't resist....
    Posted: May 13, 2009 8:00 AM

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