'I'm so proud of him...' mum's emotional tribute after son's incredible feat in memory of his dad
manchestereveningnews.co.ukAustin Hill crossed the finish line yesterday (30 May) in his month-long trek. The seven-year-old has walked a mile or more every day in May in memory of his dad, Mark.
To the cheers of family, friends, and staff he ended his feat at Dr Kershaw's Hospice in Royton, Oldham, where his dad was cared for.
In 2021, Mark was diagnosed with bowel cancer and tragically the teacher, who worked at Radclyffe School in Chadderton, died on December 30th last year. READ MORE: Join the FREE Manchester Evening News WhatsApp community But inspirational Austin has been determined to pay tribute to his father and say thank to you to those who helped him.
He walked to raise funds for the hospice where Mark spent his final days. The Hospice brought last Christmas forward so he could spend precious special time with his dad.
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