We are both running the Hackney Half Marathon in memory of Mary and Rachel Dacosta.

Much loved and missed by family and friends. Their passion was animals and their welfare.

Rachel had a love of animals from an early age and always wanted to be a vet. She achieved her ambition and briefly practised in Manchester (2016) before her diagnosis of a brain tumour.

Mary had a life long love of animals, sparking Rachel's interest in becoming a vet. At one time during our early family years Mary was looking after a dog, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, a chinchilla and more!

Mary chose the RSPCA charity for donations in lieu of flowers before she passed away.

Any donations in memory of Rachel and Mary would be gratefully received.

Thank you