It was June 6, 2010 and it was a regular day like any other. However on this day, the family of Drennen Peter O''Melia would have their lives changed...forever.

Drennen O'Melia, an avid and very advanced swimmer, passed away in a swimming pool where 2 life guards and many people were swimming. Long story short, Drennen passed away that day after a drowning in the pool.

This was a wake up call for his parents, Bill and Melissa, who then realized that they needed to bring water safety awareness to life guards, swimmers and the public in an effort to prevent future accidents, such as what happened to Drennen.

The O'Melia's have chosen to continue Drennen's legacy by promoting water safety and youth programs to bring awareness to all who may be involved with it.

For more information on Drennen's story or to find out when the events will take place, visit their website at Drennen's Dreams Foundation.

 

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