- Rawl Wharton, living with ALS, was carried to Delicate Arch by friends.
- The emotional trek celebrated his 50th birthday on March 14 in Moab.
- Despite challenges, the group fulfilled Wharton’s dream, leaving him deeply moved.
HOLLADAY — A dream came true for a Utah man living with ALS and confined to a wheelchair, thanks to the determination of dozens of family members and friends who helped him reach the famous Delicate Arch.
Rawl Wharton, once a marathon runner and avid outdoorsman, is now only able to move his head and shoulders after ALS took hold in a matter of months.
Even so, he has held tightly to a “never quit” mindset…