One of our supporters is set to take on one of North Wales’ most iconic landmarks in a memorial abseil to her late nephew.

Shannon Gage, from Denbigh, will be abseiling down St Asaph Cathedral to honour Wil Owen, who lost his life aged just 13.

She is raising money for our hospices as Tŷ Gobaith is a place that is very dear to the whole family.

After Wil’s passing, our Snowflake Suite provided a private space for the family to spend meaningful time with Wil and say goodbye.

Special place

Speaking of her challenge she said: “It will be three years since Wil’s passing, and as we’re both originally from St Asaph, it felt fitting.

“He was a fun person, and I thought he would have enjoyed it. So, when I saw it advertised, although not a fan of heights I booked it straight away.

“Raising money for Tŷ Gobaith means a great deal to us, as when Wil passed, the support we received from Tŷ Gobaith was invaluable that’s where we got the time to say goodbye as a family.

“It’s a very special place.”

Shannon continued: “It’s something that you never imagine you’ll need – but when you know it’s there, it’s something you could never imagine not having.

“When you lose someone suddenly, you need that time to say goodbye.

“The whole environment and the staff, they just understood what we as a family were going through and we will never forget the support they gave to us.”

Fundraising

The abseil down the 75ft cathedral will take place on Saturday April 25^th and Shannon will be cheered on by Wil’s parents, Linzi and Steven Owen as well as other family members and friends.

Her fundraising is going well, and Shannon has already raised £1,300.

She shared: “I really wasn’t expecting to raise this much so soon. People are incredibly generous, especially when a young life has been lost. I’m very grateful for all the support.”

Our fundraiser Sian said: “This is such a touching tribute to Wil.

“Our Snowflake Suite provides such comfort to families and is one of the many specialist services we can continue to provide because of fundraising efforts like this.

“We’re all right behind you, Shannon and thank you dearly for being so brave.

“Good luck.”

Sponsor Shannon

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