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Joe and his father Roger posing, Joe hopes to raise £10,000 in his dad's memory
London Marathon has become a way of keeping my dad close: Joe’s story
A man who grew up in Reading ran the London Marathon in memory of his Dad, raising vital funds for Sue Ryder. Joe's dad, Roger, was cared for at Sue Ryder Duchess of Kent Hospice in the final days of his life. Joe has raised an incredible more than £7,000
Grief personal stories
20 May 2026
Jane and Mark posing after the London Marathon
Running the London Marathon plus 100 miles more for Leigh
On Sunday 26th April, Jane lined up for the TCS London Marathon with her husband Mark and then, the very next day, began a 100 mile run home to Gloucestershire, in memory of her close friend, Leigh.
Grief personal stories
15 May 2026
Lottie Tomlinson sitting in the back of a taxi, surrounded by blue flowers, looking out of the window
Dying to talk? People would rather talk about death with a stranger than with loved ones
Sue Ryder launched ‘The Cab Fare-well’ taxi service offering free rides - if people were willing to talk about dying and death.
Grief personal stories
29 Apr 2026
Katy and her mum Carol, Mother's Day run the Sue Ryder Keighley 5k
Running to escape the painful reality: Katy’s story
Katy’s mum Carol was cared for by the team at Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. In 2025, Katy completed the Keighley 5k on Mother’s Day, just days after her mum’s death. She raised more than £2,500 for Sue Ryder.
Grief personal stories
04 Mar 2026
Finley posing with Lauren and his dog Reggie celebrating reaching the Land's End
Walking through grief and finding new beginnings: Finley’s story
Finley embarked on the 1,300-mile trek in memory of a close family friend Elliot in June 2025, raising £3,645 for Sue Ryder. Just nineteen days in, a chance encounter has proved to be life-changing in more ways than one.
Grief personal stories
18 Feb 2026
Ellen as a small child with her mum and brother outdoor in a snowy day
Living a full and meaningful life after loss: Ellen’s story
Ellen is determined to live a full and meaningful life to honour those she has ‘loved and lost’. At 23, she hopes that sharing her story will help other young people in similar situations.
Grief personal stories
05 Feb 2026
Out of focus close-up of snowflakes
Roz's story: Finding community in grief at Christmas
Roz found the support available on Sue Ryder’s Online Community to be a ‘lifeline’ over the Christmas period.
Grief personal stories
10 Nov 2025
Lisa Riley smiles into camera in front of soft-focus fireplace
Lisa Riley - Back for a Moment
Lisa Riley, Sue Ryder ambassador, shares memories and keepsakes that bring her comfort in her grief.
Grief personal stories
10 Jun 2025
Portrait of Lottie Tomlinson looking into the camera
Lottie Tomlinson - Back for a Moment
Lottie Tomlinson, Sue Ryder ambassador, shares memories and keepsakes that bring her comfort in her grief.
Grief personal stories
10 Jun 2025
A selfie of Sarah (right) and Laura (left) - both are smiling at the camera. Laura is wearing a black top and glasses and Sarah is wearing a pink top.
Sarah's Story: Coping after the death of a daughter
When Sarah’s daughter Laura died suddenly at the age of just 25 she found people began to act differently around her. Through Sue Ryder’s online bereavement services she discovered support and comfort and the opportunity to connect with other parents who
Grief personal stories
31 May 2025