During his 72 years, Arthur Dubin made many friends, including coworkers, neighbors and especially running buddies.
On Sunday, 315 of the people who came to know him walked or ran a 5K that started at Walt Whitman High School and continued through the neighborhood. While many people ran, the majority of participants walked with friends while pushing strollers, walking their dogs or drinking coffee.
The event held 10 months after his death due to Creutzfeldt–Jakob Disease, more commonly known as “mad cow disease,” raised more than $75,000. That money will go directly to the CJD Foundation to fund research, according to event coordinators.
Councilmember Andrew Friedson, who grew up with Dubin’s son Zach Dubin, was overwhelmed at how many people showed up. “It’s just amazing how the community has come together to honor Arthur’s legacy. It’s just really a beautiful thing to see.”
Prior to the start, Arthur’s family addressed the crowd. “Please know, we feel the love deeply,” said his wife, Lynn Dubin.
Dubin was a real estate executive and the father of three and grandfather of seven.
320 people came out Sunday for the Arthur Dubin 5K in honor or their friend, who died 10 months ago from Creutzfeldt-Jacob disease. @mymcmedia @CJDFoundation pic.twitter.com/QSuv84FvXD
— suzanne pollak (@SuzannePollak) October 19, 2025
