21 July 2009
A Walk For Life
Posted by Philip Winterbottom under: GinPit Village Chat .
On Sunday the 21st June 2009, 27 residents, family and friends from Gin Pit Village gave up their time to undertake a 5 Km walk. The walk was to raise money for Oesophagus Cancer in memory of Joan Barton a long time resident of the Village who tragically died of the disease just before Christmas.
Joan was a popular member of the community known to many of the children as the “Flower Lady”. She could often be seen pottering around tending to her much cherished plants from dawn to dusk.
As a result of the walk £312 has been raised so for to support people with this little known cancer. The money raised will be donated to Macmillan nurses. Macmillan Cancer Support improves the lives of people affected by cancer. If you were unable to take part in the walk but wish to contribute in memory of Joan please pass you donations to Jeanette at 19 Peace Street or Tracy at 3 Meanley Road. You may also make a donation via our website. www.ginpit-village.org
