Raised: 156%
Target: £15,000.00
Raised so far: £23,471.22
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My story

 

Richard was killed in action in Iraq on 15th April 2006. We had six years of wonderful smiles together. This was not enough, but I consider myself lucky for the time we were given.

I am running the marathon for him, and the times we shared.

The marathon will take place only a few days after the first anniversary of Richard's death. By running for the Army Benevolent Fund, a cause in which we believed so strongly, I will be able to start to honour the memory of Richard and the time we spent together - sustaining our values and beliefs.

Although it is me running the marathon, this is not an individual effort! It involves what we have termed 'Team RS', a term coined from RS courage (Richard and Sally) which has kept us going - encircling the family when we feel we can't possibly go on. Our families and friends have offered me their support in my fundraising. Without them I would not be able to conquer the marathon nor the devastation caused by his loss. We are most definitely a team.

Richard touched the lives of everyone he met and I am determined to keep his memory alive. I would like to thank everyone who gives their support to Team RS.

'To the world he was a soldier.

To us he was the world.'

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Army Benevolent Fund will receive your money faster and, if you are a taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

Many thanks for your support.

Just wanted to thank everyone for the overwhelming support we've received. My time didn't set the world on fire - 4:49:09 but I never walked which was a main goal. Clarkie (Sarah Clark) was Richard's great friend from University and she also ran the marathon. She helped me conquer the course - she was amazing. It was an emotional day and one I will remember for the rest of my life, made all the more special by the support of my family, Richard's family and all our many friends. Richard's spirit and courage drove us on.  Thank you xx

Donation by Elliott Cannell 17/04/07  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Very best of luck! Donation by John and Holly Wills (friends of Coralie and Dave) 17/04/07  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck - he would be proud of you Donation by Clare & Jack C 17/04/07  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

good luck with the run -a great cause Donation by frances done 17/04/07  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

a very fitting tribute. thank you on behalf of us all Donation by hugh and bernadette 17/04/07  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Very best of luck - we'll be thinking of you Donation by Michelle and Dean 17/04/07  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Go for it Sal, you'll do brilliantly x Donation by Andrea Stevenson 17/04/07  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Donation by Kate 17/04/07  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck Donation by Simon Horwood 17/04/07  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Donation by anonymous 17/04/07  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

With all our love xxx Donation by David, Coralie, Max, Will and Jack 17/04/07  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Well done Donation by Martyn Pocock 17/04/07  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Dear Sally, I admire your bravery, wishing you lots of luck, I will be thinking of you and Richard. Donation by Sarah Green 17/04/07  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

we wish you MEMORABLE run love Ken & Sue Donation by Kenneth & Susan Green 17/04/07  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Well done raising so much! Good luck. Donation by Nick Poett 17/04/07  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck sally, we'll be with you every step of the way. Donation by Andy Duck 16/04/07  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

There'll be some aloo gobi at the finishing line. Donation by Rob B 16/04/07  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Can't wait to cross that line with you! Thanks for everything! You're a star x Donation by Anna Pickering 16/04/07  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Great efforts; great cause; good luck Donation by Donald and Jean Macleod 16/04/07  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Good luck Donation by David Burland 16/04/07  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Best of Luck Donation by Lawrence Baker 16/04/07  

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A great example to us all - good luck. Donation by Roger Curtis 16/04/07  

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Best of luck Sally. Our thoughts will be with you. Make sure Richard's Dad is practicing his golf! Donation by Steve Thomas 16/04/07  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck Sally, we have great admiration for you Donation by Charlotte Green & Nick Garlick 16/04/07  

£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid

Was thinking of you yesterday - masses of luck - maybe see you on the course or at the finish! x Donation by Hetti 16/04/07  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

BEST WISHES Donation by Nicholas Aylwin 16/04/07  

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Best of luck with the marathon. Donation by Johnny Hanlon 16/04/07  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Enjoy it & Good Luck Donation by Sam Smale 15/04/07  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck Donation by Erica's Mum & Dad 15/04/07  

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Really well done, best of luck for next week. Thoughts with you today especially. John and Sarah Donation by John Stone 15/04/07  

£60.00 + £16.92 Gift Aid
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