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My story

 

Thank you for visiting my fundraising page.

 I lost my darling Son Darren in Afghanistan in a horrific landmine explosion on Bank Holiday Monday, 28th May 2007.  He was 31 years old with the rest of his life in front of him. He had two young sons of his own that he left behind. No matter how much I wish it, I cant have my Darren back, but I want to do something useful and support  his "Army Family" as I know he would want me to do this on his behalf.

We are walking 100 miles from Reading to Duxford village near the Imperial War museum. This will start on 7th July 2008, (it will take 7 days, finishing in Duxford on the 13th), this is to raise money for the Royal Anglian Memorial Fund in support of the fallen and injured soldiers and their families. Walking along side me for the whole 100 miles! will be Helen Gray. Helen is the mum of Chris Gray who was shot by the taliban in face to face combat. A very brave young man, only 19 years old!  Pearl Thumble who's son was killed in the "blue on blue" incident, alongside  Aaron McClure and Rob Foster. 

Joining us will be Jan Hawkins, mum of Alex , along with Anne Williams, who's son Tony Rawson who were both killed in action in Helmand,  Friends and family will join us in the walk as and when they can. Some will be walking the whole distance too! fools!!

 With us will be some of Darren, Chris, Alex's, John and Tony's comrades that were out with them in Afghan fighting along side them. we shall be very honoured for them to be there supporting us, just as they would have been shoulder to shoulder with our sons.

We miss them so....

Our slogan is "100 miles for 9 smiles" for the 9 soldiers who fell in the March/October 2007 tour of Afghanistan.

God Bless my beautiful Son and his fallen and injuried "brothers".

Please donate generously and support  those who made sacrifices to help make this world a free place for us to live in.


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Many thanks for your support.

Chris Bonner and the other "Mums"

Good Luck to everyone, especially Alun, Lesley and Jet Donation by Neil Jones 06/07/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

will be thinking about you on 7th, hope the walk goes well Donation by Wendy&Peter 06/07/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Good luck to you all Donation by Sally Hannant 06/07/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Nice one guys....."Stabilis" Donation by Mark 'Mac' McMillan 06/07/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

I lived with Claire at uni and so met Darren, we all loved having him to stay with us. Always entertaining! Donation by Karen Hunter 05/07/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

All the best with the walk, I will be thinking of you all, as alwaysx hope to see you at Duxford! Donation by deb robinson 05/07/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

good luck with your walk ,a very worthy cause indeed,respect to all of our heroes,especially the viking men and women Donation by nick king 05/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Nothing is too much for our unsung servicemen. Good luck Lesley, Alun & Jet - we'll be thinking of your feet and paws. Donation by Rosemary & Geoff Pritchard 05/07/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

good luck girl i know you can do it and darren would be proud of you Donation by sister gwen & bro inlaw malc 05/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck : ) Donation by Debs Everson 04/07/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck with the walk everybody Donation by Heather Jolin, Warren and Rhys Saggers 04/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Much respect to all the heroes! Donation by Gareth Chandler 04/07/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Thinking of you all. Donation by John & Tina Wisener 04/07/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Good luck! Donation by Nicky Duke 04/07/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

good luck Donation by carol 04/07/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck Donation by anonymous 04/07/08  

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Well done, a really worthy cause - enjoy the walk Donation by Jean & Ern 03/07/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good Luck to All. The people will never forget. Donation by Colin Stevens 03/07/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

My son is in REME and we both wish you all the best. Donation by Glenys Black 03/07/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good luck to all - we will remember. Donation by Lt Col Andy Stuart 03/07/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

I met Matt Woolard this week and was much inspired by him. Good luck to you all! Donation by Shaun Staines 03/07/08  

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Best wishes and good luck to Lesley, Alun & Jet - our thoughts are with you all Donation by Alison, John & William 02/07/08  

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Best of luck to all Donation by Andy B 02/07/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

I have already donated but wanted to help you reach your target! My friend lost her son in the Navy and I understand your motivation. Good luck! Donation by Sue McLean 02/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Best Wishes to Alun Hicks on the walk Donation by Clive Owens 01/07/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Well done to everyone and special thoughts to Alun, Lesley and Jet. Donation by Bev & Jon Cross 01/07/08  

£200.00 + £56.41 Gift Aid

the best of luck to you and all the other walkers,daz was a top bloke,he would be so proud Donation by paul dunne 01/07/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Alan, Lesley & Jet -our thoughts will be with you Donation by David Whiting 30/06/08  

£18.00 + £5.08 Gift Aid

It was great serving with these guys Donation by kendal chance 30/06/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

All the best Chrissie, will be thinking of you x Donation by Emma 29/06/08  

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