Jonathan Callow is fundraising for The CJD Support Network

Peter Callow

In memory of:
Peter Callow

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Raising money for

The CJD Support Network

Charity Registration No. 1097173

The CJD Support Network offers advice, information and support for patients, carers and professionals who are involved in any form of suspected or confirmed CJD. Additionally it offers emotional and practical support; disseminates new information as research develops and offers advice for those who may be deemed at risk.

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Jonathan Callow

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30/06/2014

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Raised so far: £1,295.00

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My story

On Wednesday June 17th 2009, Peter died peacefully at home in Faversham, Kent, just two months after being diagnosed with Sporadic Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease.

The speed of this disease was horrific, but he did pass away very peacefully - a small blessing.

Much loved Husband of Barbara, Father to Louise and Jonathan, Father-in-Law to Lucy and Grandpa to Sebastian and Charles, he will be so greatly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him.

The world is a better place for his being here.

Please click through the photos above - a simple selection of Peter and how we all know and love him.

Whilst currently there is no treatment or cure for this disease, any donations can make a difference.

Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease was first described in the 1920s by two German neurologists (Creutzfeldt and Jakob). It causes a progressive loss of mental abilities and is accompanied by neurological symptoms such as unsteadiness and clumsiness. The disease affects about one person in a million per year, giving rise to 50 or so new cases a year in the UK. Of these, 85 per cent are sporadic, having no known cause, with the remainder comprising genetic, iatrogenic and variant. Sporadic Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease is mostcommon in the 45-75 age group, with the peak age of onset being 60-65

	Golf brought us together. See you at the 19th hole one day. Patricia & Howard Meadows Donation by Howard Meadows 15/07/09
	In memory of an exceptional person; it was an honour and a priviledge to have Peter as a close friend. You will not be forgotten. Donation by Liz & Graham 13/07/09
	In loving memory of a special man who's now with his daughter, my never-forgotten friend Louise. With love Linda, Barry and little Tommy xxx Donation by Linda Wilkinson 06/07/09
	You're the greatest Dad and Grandpa. The magic will continue. xx xx xx xx Donation by Jonathan, Lucy, Sebastian & Charles 30/06/09
	Peter, I love you always xxxxxxx Donation by Barbara 30/06/09

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* Total raised online:	£1,295.00
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Gift Aid plus supplement:	£224.23

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