Lynsey Marsden in Memory of mum, Liz Hill for Ryedale Dog Rescue

Lynsey Marsden is raising money for Ryedale Dog Rescue
In memory of Elizabeth "Liz" Hill
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Ryedale Dog Rescue was formed in 2005 and became a registered charity in January 2007. Originally set up to rehome abandoned and unwanted animals within the Ryedale area it soon became apparent that there were a large number of dogs in the East Riding of Yorkshire area and beyond facing the threat of unnecessary destruction and desperately needing our help. From humble beginnings homing 12 dogs in the first year we now home approximately 80 dogs per year and in 2018 homed our 1000th dog since we began. Ryedale Dog Rescue is run entirely by volunteers who take no personal expenses from the charity. We raise all our own funds through Fun Dog Shows, Tombola’s, Car Boot Sales, Raffles, Bingo nights, Coffee Mornings, and many other events. All the proceeds go directly to saving the lives of abandoned and unwanted dogs and finding them new forever homes. Welfare is of top priority to us and we pride ourselves on giving the dogs top quality veterinary care while they await their new homes in high quality kennels. Following our Annual General Meeting in April 2012 we unanimously agreed to adopt a non destruction policy meaning no dog taken into our care would never be destroyed (other than on veterinary advice due to illness) and that we would implement a total neutering policy so all RDR dogs are either neutered while in our care or within six months of moving to their new homes dependant on age.

Story

My mum, Liz, passed away on Thursday 3rd April 2025, at York Hospital ICU, following an operation to bypass the artery blockage to her bowel on Monday 31st March. Unfortunately, after a 6 hour operation there were some massive complications. After two more unsuccessful surgeries on Tuesday and Wednesday, we had to make the difficult decision on Thursday to stop any more surgical interventions.

Mum passed away peacefully yesterday surrounded by family and friends and so much love. The surgeons and the team at York ICU did everything they could, and went above and beyond in mums care.We are beyond devastated, mum had so much life ahead of her and such a strong will to live. She fought so hard, now, she's hopefully with dad again.

As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, we welcome donations to Ryedale Dog Rescue, as this charity is close to mums heart. Bramble, mums wee dog has been her lifeline for the past 4 1/2 years. She wouldn't have been so active, or have met as many people if it wasn't for Bramble. Mum always thought Ryedale Dog Rescue was such a worthy cause, so we thought it'd be fitting to donate to them.

Thank you so very much

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Donation summary

Total
£420.00
+ £98.75 Gift Aid
Online
£420.00
Offline
£0.00

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