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Hi all,

 

Dave Kerr-Rettie was diagnosed with Oesphageal Cancer 11 weeks ago and was given a life shattering short prognosis. He started his chemotherapy treatment and whilst successful at first, he died a sudden and cruel death at 5.30am on 4th September 2011.

 

Dave was a perfect and much admired dad, husband, son, brother, teacher and friend.

 

One of his last wishes was to raise awareness of this devastating cancer, which has a relatively small amount of investment from the NHS due to the short life expectancy of patients.

 

24 hrs before his death, this message nearly read somewhat differently. I had already organised a Kilimanjaro expidition to help raise sponsorship whilst Dad dealt with the disease, towards the only charity that supports patients and fights for increased preventative action for this particular cancer; the OPA (Oesophageal Patient Association).

 

On 20th October I will be undertaking this challenge on behalf of my father and OPA. This page now has greater significance. For those who have been touched by Dave at some point in their life and would like to, we would be grateful for all donations.

 

With sincere thanks during this devasting time.

 

Bryn, Kathy, Jenny and Brian, Laura and Huw.

 

 

 

 

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The Oesophageal Patients Association helps patients who have oesophageal (or gastric) cancer and their carers, by giving support and encouraging them to achieve a good quality of life, by providing information booklets, telephone help line, on-line help and patient support meetings around the UK.

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So sorry to hear this terrible news. Guys I really hope you meet your your target and more. Our thoughts are with you all at this time x

Donation by rebecca savory on 15/09/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

Fond memories of a man of humanity. Fellow grumpy old man with Tim in staff room. Still putting the world to rights no doubt Tim Lizzie Toby Oli

Donation by Elizabeth Cambray on 14/09/11

£100.00

+ £25.00 Gift Aid

Dave was a truly inspirational teacher and brilliant colleague. Good luck with your fundraising - he would be so proud of you.

Donation by Claire Collins on 14/09/11

£20.00

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You are in our thoughts and such a pity we didn't get to know him better. Always here for you, Kathy. Hugsxxx

Donation by Mel and Colin Simpson on 14/09/11

£25.00

+ £6.25 Gift Aid

A lovely, lovely man.

Donation by Andrew Preston on 13/09/11

£50.00

I remember Dave with great fondness, he really looked after me & so I wish you all the luck in the world on this challenge. Love 2 all x

Donation by Lauren Ryan on 12/09/11

£10.00

 

Donation by Anna Burton on 12/09/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

So sorry,and very glad that you have such a lovely close knit family unit to help each other cope.Good luck Bryn with the challenge. Liz and family x

Donation by Liz Emery on 12/09/11

Dave was a truly inspiring teacher - good luck with reaching your target.

Donation by Jane Trotter on 12/09/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

Our thoughts are with you all. Best wishes Elizabeth & Robert

Donation by Robert Arguile on 12/09/11

£100.00

+ £25.00 Gift Aid

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Dave was a wonderful family man and will be missed by us all. Nicky, Jim, Ben and Emily xxx

Donation by Nicky Duncumb on 11/09/11

£100.00

+ £25.00 Gift Aid

I have such fond memories of Dave, and you all as a family. He will be missed, all our love to you all xxxx

Donation by Corina Davies on 11/09/11

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

Donation by Catherine Pitt on 11/09/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

We're so sorry for your terrible and shocking loss.Our thoughts are with you all. It's obvious your Dad was a wonderful man xxx

Donation by Lucy, Jim, Florence and Daphne Kavanagh on 10/09/11

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

With all sympathy and in memory of a fine and human teacher

Donation by The Isaac family on 09/09/11

£30.00

+ £7.50 Gift Aid

Good luck, wish you all the best.

Donation by Tim Watson on 09/09/11

Donation by Carys Owen on 09/09/11

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

Dave was such a good-natured and cheerful man. His passing is a sad loss to us all

Donation by Jeff Blumsom on 09/09/11

£100.00

+ £25.00 Gift Aid

Best of luck mate, i know you'll smash it.

Donation by Alexander Whitworth on 09/09/11

Donation by Keith Vear on 09/09/11

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

Good luck with the challenge, xx

Donation by Penny Martin on 09/09/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

So sorry to hear of your loss. Your dad was a wonderful man and fantastic teacher. Good luck xxx

Donation by GENEVIEVE SWEET on 09/09/11

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

Good luck Bryn. A worthy challenge for an excellent cause. Your Dad was ace.

Donation by Rebecca Parris on 09/09/11

£5.00

+ £1.25 Gift Aid

A life ended way to soon. x

Donation by Colin & Anne Brooker on 08/09/11

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

an amazing man who always had the time to sit and talk to people, who even gave me the start to playing the guitar. will always be remembered !

Donation by Tom Bull on 08/09/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations£4,228.00
  • Offline donations£1,375.00
  • Text donations£0.00
  • Total raised£5,603.00
  • Gift Aid£901.25

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