John Capell is fundraising for Cancer Research UK

John Capell's Fundraising Page

Burnham-on-Sea Triathlon

on 14/06/2010

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Raising money for

Cancer Research UK

Charity Registration No. 1089464

Cancer Research UK is the world's leading independent organisation dedicated to cancer research. We support research into all aspects of cancer through the work of more than 4,250 scientists, doctors and nurses. Over the past 10 years alone, thousands of lives have been saved through earlier detection and improved treatments. But, much work remains to be done if we are to achieve our aim of beating cancer.

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John Capell

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Raised: 116%

Target: £250.00
Raised so far: £290.00

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A SPECIAL NOTE FROM JOHN

I like a challenge!! This ageing ex-athlete closer to 60 than 50 is taking part in the Burnham-on-Sea Triathlon on June 14^th. The challenge is a 500m swim, a 20km(12.5 miles) bike ride and finally a 5km(3.1 miles) run. I am just hoping to complete the course and may even do well in the veterans section!!

I am hoping to raise funds for two charities and have set up two ‘justgiving’ pages, one for The Chronic Granulomatous Disorder (GGD) Research Trust(www.justgiving.com/johncapell) and the other for Cancer Research(www.justiving.com/johncapell1). You can support just one of the two or split your generous donation by visiting both pages.

Many of you will know that Simon our 29 year old son has CGD. He tries to live life to the full but often has setbacks that we mere mortals would find incredibly challenging but he always bounces back and we are very proud of him. Raising money for the trust will ensure that more support can be given to sufferers and more funds can be directed to research.

Fifteen years ago I guess we were fortunate that our living family had not been affected by the scourge of cancer. My mum died over 10 years ago as a result of cervical cancer – I still miss her terribly, she should have been 81 on April 23^rd. Sadly in early May my Dad, Eric, was diagnosed with bowel cancer with additional problems on his liver - he will be my inspiration on the day.Then in 2005 Ruth’s Dad died as a result of prostate cancer. During the last 10 years both Ruth and I have been unlucky too. Ten years ago Ruth was undergoing chemotherapy following ovarian cancer – her treatment was successful and she is fit and healthy with a new head of hair. Two years ago I was diagnosed with prostate cancer and had an extremely successful robotic prostatectomy. I didn’t have much hair in the first place it just became grayer at this time! We are now both in full remission and thoroughly enjoying all that we do in semi-retirement.

Your donation is hugely appreciated; I will let you know how I did!

	Hope you made it ok. Donation by Roger & Andi 18/06/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good luck and all the best from us both Donation by Andrew & Caroline Preece 17/06/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	Well done and good luck. Donation by Richard & Felicity Preece 17/06/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	Old PE students never die - they just do daft things on sundays. An extra tenner if you make the podium! . Donation by Sue and Malcolm Robinson 13/06/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Best wishes John, I have no doubt you will do it. Donation by Chris North 13/06/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good Luck John! Donation by Neil and Jill Harrison 11/06/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Go for it ! best of Luck. Donation by Mike & Bridget Shapland 11/06/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Go John!! .. still looking forward to seeing you!! Loads of love x Donation by Rebecca 08/06/09	£20.00
	All the best John. You know you can do it. We will be thinking of you x Donation by Paul & Shirley Capell 06/06/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Your own experiences indicate how much we have learnt about cancer over the years. The success of your challenge will help it continue. Good luck. X Donation by Cath & Bill Moss 05/06/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good luck John! Looks like you need more donations at the cancer site to reach your goal so here is my donation. Donation by Cliff Gunnery 04/06/09	£20.00
	Our family recently lost a young man to cancer. The pain is still very raw. Donation by Carol and Mike Roe 28/05/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	You have more reasons than most to support this charity and we are sure you will be a brilliant fundraiser Donation by Tony&Gill 26/05/09	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	Good luck John, I'm sure you will do well. Donation by David & Jeanette Smith 25/05/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Have fun and don't push yourself too hard.... it's the taking part that counts when you are that old ;o) xxx Donation by Vix and Al Chambers 22/05/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	We hope the training will help your waist line as well as a good cause Donation by Peter and Jenny Grace 19/05/09	£20.00
	Best of luck! Donation by John and Norma 19/05/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	I hope that by your efforts you manage to raise lots of money for both charities, and the very best of luck with the triathalon Donation by Roy And Judith Evison 04/05/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good luck John! A great charity!! Donation by Luke Buckingham 26/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

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* Total raised online:	£290.00
Offline donations:	£0.00
Gift Aid plus supplement:	£64.87

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