Autographed Photo of Jackie Mayer

Autographed copy of Stroke Smart March/April 2002, Jackie Mayer cover

In Hamburger Heaven, Jeffrey Tennyson recounts the story of Jackie Mayer who, shortly after winning the title of Miss America in 1963, received a gold credit card good for any Burger Chef in the country.  Jackie told me that she carried the card around for over a year, but has no idea where it is today.

But Jackie's story doesn't end there.  In 1970, she suffered a massive, crippling stroke.  She couldn't walk or speak.  Rehabilitation would take many years.

In the early 1980s, she began making public appearances again and became an advocate for stroke victims.  She served as the national spokeswoman of the National Stroke Association  from 1987 to 1996.  Today, Jackie continues to speak, educating, encouraging, and sharing her faith with others. 

To learn more, visit Jackie's site here.