2008 Iditarod Musher Profile

DeeDee Jonrowe, 54, was born in Frankfort Germany while her father was in the military. The family moved to Alaska in 1971 where her dad was stationed at Ft. Richardson. DeeDee has a B.S. degree in Biological Sciences and Renewable Resources and now lists her occupation as kennel owner and dog racer. She says, "The Iditarod has become my lifestyle choice that permitted me a chance to celebrate Alaska's history and the partnership that dogs have had in it. I have had a chance to experience this relationship and to bond with the Alaskan culture that I admire. God has blessed me with the health to once again travel through His most beautiful handiwork, experiencing a reflection of His unconditional love thru the bond I have with my team. The volunteers and residents of rural Alaska are an important element of the experience for me, and I am blessed to continue participating in this race." DeeDee is a member of the Valley Women's Running Team and the Big Lake Baptist Church. She says in her spare time she enjoys Labrador retrievers, Pekingese's and mountain running. She is a triathlete and bike racer. DeeDee is married to Mike.