Lorcan has come up with his own challenge to raise money in his Mum's memory. It will be tricky on his knees but he will do it
#TeamLeishafightscancer fundraising page
Leisha Marie is raising money for Prevent Breast Cancer, Moya Cole Hospice and Macmillan Cancer Support
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My story
Sadly Leisha lost her brave and lengthy battle on 19th June 2025. We will continue to raise money in her name for her named charities. Thank you for all of your previous and ongoing support in raising money for these vital causes. Above all, she would want that. Thanks Mike
Leisha's story in her own words:
I would not have got through 2018 if it had been for the amazing support from my family and friends. I will never forget that first appointment! I don't think any one who hears the words "I'm sorry but it's cancer. Probably stage 2" ever does. The bottom fell out of my world in that instant.
I never thought it could get any worse. But in June 2022 it did! The words I never wanted to hear were spoken by my consultant " I am so sorry Leisha, but it's back and its spread"
So back to The Christie we have gone and after a whirlwind of scans, tests and appointments I am on a treatment plan which will hopefully allow me to stick around for my amazing husband and son for as long as possible.
Life is so fleeting in the grand scheme of things and I want to spend the rest of mine surrounded by my nearest and dearest, they know who they are. I also want to raise as much money as I can for Prevent Breast Cancer, Macmillan and Moya Cole Hospice where I will spend my final time. All three charities have been amazing in the support they are giving me.
I truly hope that eventually no other woman has to hear those dreaded words. It's a club no-one should have to join.
Thank you for checking out my page. Making a donation is fast, easy and secure thanks to Give as you Live Donate. They'll take your donation and pass it onto Prevent Breast Cancer, Moya Cole Hospice and Macmillan Cancer Support.
My updates
Well been a while so it is time for an update. It has been an emotional couple of months with a remembrance ceremony at St Joseph's and Moya Coles. We also paid tribute at The Christie Rose Garden in Manchester. It has been our first Christmas without the love of our lives, but we are holding on. It has been incredibly cold but the walking has gone on unabated. Helped with many kilometres in Disneyland Paris with Lorcan and Lauren and many this weekend with Dave in Amsterdam. As you can see from the picture I have covered over 1000k from the 1610k target in less than 6 months.
What can I say that hasn't been said already. Thank you to every single person involved. We smashed previous years and raised a staggering £1538. Looking down our Angel would be so incredibly proud
September 27th is nearly upon us. Our Annual Coffee Morning where we raise extra money for our three charities. It will be different this year without our driving force, but we will make her proud. We always raise over a thousand pounds at these due to your generosity. If you cannot make it, donations to this page would be warmly received as ever. We take nothing for granted xx
As at 020825 I had walked 398.18 KM. Thought I would upload a photo of Leisha and I when she was doing this
This page is in memory of
Leisha Marie
My 3 charities
Prevent Breast Cancer
Charity number: 1109839
Moya Cole Hospice
Charity number: 258085
Macmillan Cancer Support
Charity number: 261017
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Anonymous
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Thinking of you
Rachel Ryan
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Lorcan, you’re amazing. Your mum always was and always will be so proud of you and so are we all. Wishing you the best for the rest of your challenge - but like your mum, dad and grandparents, it’s in your genes. You have this and know that so many people are proud of you xx
Gabrielle CHATEAUNEUF
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Keep going Lorcan!
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Nicholas Boorman Mcquay
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Nannette Gallagher-Ball
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Miss you, love you 💔
Mike
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Lorcs, your Mum would be so, so proud of you. Keep going. Will happily join you whenever you need. Dad xx
Sara
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Awesome challenge. Awesome person. Love you ♥️
Louise Henderson
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Abbie StClair
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Well done, doing us all proud ❤️
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