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Our son and brother, Tom was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in August 2006 aged 16 after complaining of pain in his shoulder.  A keen rugby enthusiast who played for his beloved Loughborough RFC from the age of 7 years old until diagnosis.  Tom had a positive outlook on life despite many months of chemotherapy. He endured a forequarter amputation losing his right arm, shoulder joint, collar bone and shoulder blade.  He was awarded the Wellchild award in his age group in 2007 and also received the prestigious Diana award. Tom passed away in February 2008.....18 years old.

There has been no progress in 20 years in the treatment of Bone Cancer (McNally British Journal of Cancer January 2009) which contrasts with the terrific progress nearly doubling survival rates in the three major cancers. That is why the BCRT set up a few years ago by bereaved parents and backed by eminent experts, is focussed on raising funds for research to ensure the children and young people diagnosed tomorrow have a better chance. The opportunity for improvement is clear. 

It is our wish as a family to raise awareness and much needed funds for the Bone Cancer Research Trust.  90% of all new cases of Primary Bone Cancer (PBC) will develop in teenagers. The Bone Cancer Research Trust is devoted to promoting research into the causes and treatment of PBC, particularly Osteosarcoma & Ewing's Sarcoma and to improving outcomes for patients.  We also want them to have the funds in order to continue to provide  information and support for patients and families.

On Saturday 15 May 2010 family and friends will be cycling from Tom Walkers Memorial statue at Burleigh Community College, Loughborough to the Clock Tower in Skegness, a distance of approximately 90 miles. 

All donations will be gratefully received, thank you.

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Please accept this donation as my penance for a woeful English world cup! Donation by Michael Fattorini on 30/06/10

 
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
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Donation by Liz Murphy on 18/06/10

 

Donation by CAROL HAWEY on 08/06/10

 
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Well done to my Dad, the oldest cyclist to complete this cycle ride for this well deserved cause Donation by Linda Hartill on 04/06/10

 
£75.00 + £21.15 Gift Aid
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Well done to the Walker family - a great way to do something so positive for so many people . Thanks. Donation by John Byrne on 28/05/10

 
£90.00 + £25.38 Gift Aid
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I didn't know Tom but he seems a lovely lad. God bless him and all the the family, Liam (Friend of Cormac's) Donation by Liam Cullen on 22/05/10

 
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John B on a bike for 90 miles, he'll need more than ice!! Donation by The Edinburgh Mullans on 22/05/10

 
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Donation by Mick Flynn on 19/05/10

 
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Donation by barbara askew on 18/05/10

 
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Well done Bruv - new that spinning class would inspire you!!!! Donation by Bronah Byrne on 16/05/10

 
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Very proud of you both Martin Standen and Paul Tebbutt best wishes Mum Dad Nein Tied and Aunty Bev in Weymouth Donation by John Standen on 16/05/10

 
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Amazing lad, amazing effort from everyone. An extremely proud member of LRFC. Donation by Jez Malpas on 15/05/10

 
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I never met Tom, but heard nothing but great things. Good luck this weekend Donation by Leam Murphy (Cormac Murphy's son) on 15/05/10

 
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Hope it all goes well - a stick of skegness rock confirms completion!!! Donation by alison conway on 14/05/10

 
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Good Luck Barry - Alan and Peter are with you (in spirit) every step of the way! Are you sure it's this week????? Donation by Diane Fellows on 14/05/10

 
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Go for it burny. I just hope you've been cutting back on the coffees and sticky buns. All the best from the Bones in Fenwick. Donation by Tony Bone on 13/05/10

 
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Can I have a picture of your face just as you sit down for that first beer at the end of the ride !!! Donation by Simon Reed on 13/05/10

 
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Good luck John. Just picture a cooling dip in the sea at the end.....if you don't fall off before that is! Stuart Donation by Stuart Lindeman on 13/05/10

 
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Go for it John. Remember I have access to physiotherapists if the pain gets too much!! Donation by Lynn McLeish on 13/05/10

 
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@John Byrne - just keep those little legs going at a steady pace, and ignore all thoughts of a green jersey! Great cause, btw. Good luck to all. Donation by Martin Ashby on 13/05/10

 
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Enjoy it John B, it'll be easy, you get to spend a whole Saturday sitting down without the kids, and then you can have a few beers in the evening! Donation by Declan, Amy and Áine on 12/05/10

 
 

Get those wee legs spinnin' Mr Byrne Donation by Carlo on 12/05/10

 
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Go John and Mark. Will be thinking of you all!! Donation by Nuala Byrne on 12/05/10

 
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Good luck John - 90 miles is quite along way! Donation by Joanne Atkinson on 12/05/10

 
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Good Luck Dirk. Well done to all involved. Donation by Solumetrics on 11/05/10

 
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