Tragic young Coatbridge mum's family take on hospice challenge in her memory

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Relatives of a beloved Coatbridge mum and nurse who died of cancer aged just 28 are “overwhelmed” after raising more than £1000 in only a day in support of a charity challenge honouring her memory.Maria O’Neill tragically passed away in April, eight months after having been diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer.

Now her sister and members of her fiance’s family are taking on this Saturday’s midnight walk event to thank all those at St Andrew’s hospice in Airdrie where Maria spent her final days.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Much-loved Maria was mum to little Mila, now three, and had worked for five years as a urology nurse in ward six at Monklands Hospital.She was diagnosed with cancer last July after discovering a lump in her breast while showering, and underwent chemotherapy and radiotherapy; but just as she prepared for a scheduled mastectomy in February this year, medics found that the cancer had spread to her spine and lung.

Relatives were able to spend precious time with her at the hospice, and now plan a series of “Maria’s Army” fundraisers to remember her and to show gratitude for the support given by the hospice to the whole family.