Hundreds rally in support of family in memory of postman Shaun Wright
Charity football match and fun day held in memory of popular postman Shaun Wright, held at the Linden Homes Club. Pictured Becky Wright, right front and sister Kim Smith, left with looking on friends and family.
The family of tragic pancreatic cancer victim, Shaun Wright have expressed their heartfelt thanks for the support they have received.
After the third annual fundraiser, organised by Shaun’s wife Becky, their daughter Lucia and friends, they said a big thank you to the footballers who took part in a charity match in his memory at the Linden Homes Club, Clee Road, Grimsby.
All the proceeds from the gala day will go towards Pancreatic Cancer Action.
Hundreds attended the gala day to enjoy family games, charity football, bouncy castles, children’s characters, children’s ride and face painting.
Raffle prizes include a £250 holiday voucher, a flying experience and a coffee machine.
Shaun sadly died at the age of 47 in April 2015 while watching football at home after a short battle with pancreatic cancer.
His funeral at the Grimsby Crematorium was attended by some 400 relatives and friends, with the cortege led by a Royal Mail van carrying his coffin.
A charity trust – The Shaun Wright Foundation – was set up by Becky and Lucia and through various fundraising events they have since managed to raise a staggering sum of more than £35,000 for Pancreatic Cancer Action.
Becky said: “It is lovely to have all the family and friends all together in one place. I cannot say enough how grateful we are for people giving up their time year after year. This is the third year we have done the charity day.”
She added: “I don’t know how Shaun would have felt about his face being plastered over a cake to mark the event but I know he will be looking down with pride at all his mates and family playing football. He loved football. They have got quite competitive about it.”
Shaun’s sister Kim Smith said: “It is absolutely brilliant. Even after two years every one is still here helping us.”