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Age is no barrier for Barbara Horry who continues to support East Cheshire Hospice approaching her 94th birthday in November.
Barbara has bought a leaf on the Memory Tree in the Hospice gardens to remember husband Harold who died in 2012, aged 86.
It is her latest way of fundraising for the Hospice where Harold spent only 15 hours as a patient, though it was long enough to leave a lasting impression on his family.
Barbara with daughter Judith Scorer at a Memory Tree garden party.
Barbara has already donated proceeds from a book of family memoirs entitled The Mad Midwife of Mobberley, an affectionate account of more than 40 years as a nurse.
The hardback was written by granddaughter Lydia to mark Barbara’s 90th birthday.
Harold was a leading figure in the scout movement, spending 20 years as Alderley’s district commissioner. Barbara raised more than £200,000 for the scouts over five decades.
Barbara said: “The Memory Tree is a lovely way to maintain our family’s link with the Hospice and to thank them for the care Harold received.
“He was only at the Hospice for a short time after he was transferred from hospital, but we’re so grateful for their care, kindness and compassion.”
The metal sculpture, gifted by AZ employees, has leaves engraved with a short message to someone special if desired. Subscriptions are £10 a month, or £120 for a year.
* To sign up to the Memory Tree visit www.eastcheshirehospice.org.uk/memory-tree.
For queries, contact amy.williams@echospice.org.uk or call 01625 665688