CRY Update Magazine - Issue 61

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Our Fundraisers levels. The atmosphere was fantastic and strangers were handing her money for CRY recognising the importance of this charity. It was a very emotional day as her Uncle Dave meant a great deal to her.” Liz Moston.

In Memory of

Matthew Hesmondhalgh

• Mark Hesmondhalgh sent in sponsorship donations totalling £1,495 raised in respect of the Land’s End to John O’Groats ‘Ride for Matt.’ • “Please find enclosed a donation of £365.13 which was raised at a fantastic ‘Retro Disco’ held at the Kenlis Arms, Barnacre on 19th April - the day that would have been Matt’s 24th birthday. We are so grateful to a dedicated group of good friends, neighbours and family for joining us at this event and making a difficult day special in so many ways. Some folks added to the fun by wearing outfits to depict the groups and characters of the era.” Paula Hesmondhalgh.

In Memory of

Jon Hayman

Liz Hayman hosted an evening meal and afternoon tea and raised £166.54.

In Memory of

Joe Herrington

• Donations totalling £183.50 were made at the recent screening. • Brad Herrington sent in a donation of £139.98 on behalf of Thomson Airways in respect of their inflight collections.

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• Bilsborrow Young Farmers Club raised £4,780 in memory of Matthew. CRY Representative Ruth Lowe collected the cheque on behalf of CRY.

“We raised the money for Matthew Hesmondhalgh’s Memorial Fund. Matt had previously been a member of Bilsborrow Young Farmers Club and when members heard of his sudden passing it really did shock the community. With the support of Paula, Matt’s mum, we realised that some fundraising had to be done to make everyone aware of young sudden cardiac deaths, as they are more common than people realise. To raise the money we held Bilsborrow Young Farmers Club Charity Ball with all proceeds donated to Matt’s fund at CRY. We sold tickets for the event, which was held at Barton Grange Hotel. With more than 180 guests we knew that the night would be a success. We held a raffle and also an auction where members even gave themselves

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