Marianne Blake - Inspiring others through positivity, kindness, fun and energy
In memory of: Marianne Bjerke Blake
£12,235.00 raised of £1,000.00 target
82 donations
My Target:
£1,000.00
£12,235.00 raised so far
How to make a donation
Donate online at - www.justgiving.com/Marianne-Blake
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My story
Marianne Bjerke Blake, 28 June 1974 - 1 January 2012 Marianne was a truly remarkable person who inspired many along the way, thanks to her positive outlook, an absolute belief in her ability to overcome the great challenges she faced and a determination to live and enjoy every moment of life. Her kindness to family, friends and strangers alike is a rare quality that set her apart. She will be deeply missed, and forever loved. Marianne passed away very peacefully in her sleep just after midnight on New Years Eve 2011. She always told us she would make 2012 and we never doubted her for a moment. She had bravely fought an aggressive form of breast cancer for a remarkable five and a half years. Despite the serious fight on her hands, Marianne always enjoyed a perfectly positive outlook; she took the fight on and was determined to win. Marianne was always 100% clear in her mind she would eventually be cancer free. With such belief and an incredible will to live, we're certain this was a significant factor in her surviving such a long period while facing such an aggressive and relentless disease. Those who met with Marianne in the past 12 months would agree she always looked amazing (the picture you see above was taken just six months ago!). Always glamorous, she brought smiles and happiness into the lives of those she encountered, while fighting a disease which she kept in the background to her life. This was down to uncompromising will power. This will power was demonstrated in style when Marianne ran the London Marathon in April 2010 in a time of 4 hours 24 minutes, despite having cancer in both her brain and liver - a feat we think is unheard of. As reward, friends and family donated more than 17,000 pounds which was used to purchase a specific piece of equipment in the London cancer clinic and associated research laboratory that treated her throughout her journey. This determination was evident throughout her life; Marianne still holds four unbeaten Norwegian national swimming records achieved when she was younger, she ran with the Olympic Torch at the 1994 Winter Olympics in Norway and was recently selected to run through London with the 2012 Summer Olympic Torch this July. In her career, she was promoted to a Director at Merrill Lynch at the same time as she was fighting metastatic cancer. This perfectly sums up her drive to achieve. Over the last few weeks of her life, this determination and belief was replaced with a form of peaceful acceptance and a great deal of love for her caring family around her. Despite the extremely difficult physical position she was in during the last few weeks, Marianne always managed a smile, a thumbs up and a kiss and a hug for us. It was clear to see she was happy, content and at peace. This page has been created for those that have expressed an interest in donating something in Marianne's memory. It's also for those who want to post a little message to her, in her memory. When running the 2010 marathon, Marianne researched and then chose to raise money for Dimbleby Cancer Care. This charity then sent the money on her behalf to purchase the research equipment associated with her clinic. I know she would be proud to continue to help this particular charity which is focused on helping people in similar situations as Marianne's. From our hearts, thank you. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving – they’ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.
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My charity
Dimbleby Cancer Care
Charity Registration No. 247558
Dimbleby Cancer Care provides practical and psychological support to cancer patients, their families and carers - mainly through its centres at Guy's and St Thomas Hospitals in London. It is also a leading funder of national research into the care and support needs of those affected by cancer.
Donations 82
A lovely idea and a great way to keep her memory alive.
Donation by Amna Boheim on 18/04/12
£100.00
+ £25.00 Gift Aid
Richard - I just found the news about Marianne online. It's been a long time. I'll always remember the fun times in Tanner Street.
Donation by Robin Thompson on 02/03/12
£200.00
Dear Marianne, we grew up together and had a fantastic childhood. You are fantastic, God bless you, Rest in peace.
Donation by Annette LH go Marianne S. on 24/02/12
£40.00
Donation by Randi og Svein Sørensen on 24/02/12
£50.00
Donation by michael garfinkle on 10/02/12
£100.00
How you will be forever missed! Anne Kristine og Lydia
Donation by A.K. Bjerke on 08/02/12
£50.00
My darling friend, how I miss you. Nothing is the same, my world forever changed. We are the "dancing girls" forever, forever best friends.
Donation by Ann-Marie Rania on 04/02/12
£500.00
Donation by Constance Sng on 03/02/12
£100.00
Donation by Christian Garry on 20/01/12
Richard, you were blessed to have someone as wonderful as Marianne in your life. My thoughts are with you.
Donation by Donna Marcus on 20/01/12
£100.00
Richard, my thoughts are with you.
Donation by Pengfei Xie on 17/01/12
£100.00
Donation by Bill C on 17/01/12
Marianne helped and inspired me so much. I will always appreciate her support and laughter.
Donation by Pierre DeGagne on 16/01/12
£100.00
You brought so much love and happiness to those around you, esp me. I will never forget our fun times @Tanner St, Sydney, Ibiza & Portb Rd. Love you
Donation by Ryan & Aleisha Kay on 14/01/12
£200.00
Donation by Dennis Geelan on 14/01/12
£50.00
A wonderful person.smiles & laugher & always a +ve outlook.Her bravery & positivity is inspirational,I feel privileged to have worked with her.
Donation by Chris Law on 13/01/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Donation by Rashmi Shukla on 12/01/12
£150.00
Marianne, a truly beautiful and wonderful woman. We feel blessed to have known you.
Donation by Lorna, Ed and Olivia on 12/01/12
£100.00
+ £25.00 Gift Aid
An admirable will power, and you are a true inspiration. There are so many good memories from a great friendship. I will miss you.
Donation by Lene Bjørck on 12/01/12
£100.00
Marianne filled the world with beauty and inspiration, she will live forever in our hearts and memories.
Donation by Anonymous on 12/01/12
Marianne, you are an absolute one of a kind who inspired many and changed my life forever. You will be deeply missed and forever loved.
Donation by Anonymous on 12/01/12
£300.00
+ £75.00 Gift Aid
Donation by Adam Prestandrea on 12/01/12
Marianne was a wonderful person who had a smile for everyone, she was a pleasure to know. I will remember her with great fondness and admiration. x
Donation by Katie Rye on 11/01/12
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
You are now in an eternally peaceful,happy place with God,the source of all that love which you received from your loved ones and gave back to them.
Donation by Philipp Habsburg on 11/01/12
£200.00
+ £50.00 Gift Aid
Scandi supermodel who made us laugh. Kind, generous & creative. We cherish all the happy memories these 10 years. Miss u so much our fabulous friend x
Donation by Ange & Joel on 11/01/12
£100.00
Donation summary
- * Online donations£12,235.00
- Offline donations£0.00
- Text donations£0.00
- Total raised£12,235.00
- Gift Aid£2,137.50
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