MBCC Aspire Magazine - September 2024

In the 1990s, Aaron Senior, diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, became a beloved star on the BBC Children’s Hospital Series. His vibrant personality and quest for knowledge captivated viewers. After his passing on July 13th, 1998, tributes and donations exceeding £1,000 poured in, supporting Birmingham Children’s Hospital, cancer research, and Edward’s House. Aaron’s father, Denny, channelled his grief into a book of over 600 verses titled “Our Little Man Aaron,” documenting the family’s emotional journey from diagnosis to Aaron’s passing.

A Verse from the Eulogy

In his short life, he was our little man, not a little boy He was writing to the end. His last word was “enjoy.”

“We believe Aaron would be chuffed to know he hasn’t died in vain, and his legacy is helping children near and far, as the world was his passion”.

“We believe Aaron would be chuffed to know he hasn’t died in vain, and his legacy is helping children near and far, as the world was his passion”.

“Using adversity positively, for me it is a means of coming to terms with such an enormous loss.” Denny Senior.