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Former Oklahoma County sheriff's major to be honored for courage after life-changing injury

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BY ZEKE CAMPFIELD zcampfield@opubco.com

One step at a time, John Waldenville is trying to put his life back together.

Saturday, the former Oklahoma County sheriff's major, who was shot in the head during a 2011 robbery at Cattlemen's Steakhouse in Oklahoma City, will mark another milestone in his recovery with a walk across the stage at the 2012 Jim Thorpe Courage Awards.

The 61-year-old attributed his success over the past year to his wife, Marjorie, and to his faith in God.

“There's a reason for me to be here,” he said.

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