Richard Ryan Needs Our Help

$52,667 donated
Given by 540 generous donors in around 8 months

Richard has been diagnosed with aggressive cancer. He is married with 4 young daughters that need supporting.

Canterbury

Richard is married to Leanne and he has 4 beautiful young daughters. He is a protector to all in our community and is the first to stand up for rights of those in trouble or less privileged. He has been suddenly diagnosed with an aggressive cancer which is in his kidneys and bones. Richard has worked tirelessly for his community and now needs our help to support his wife and family and provide for their future. Please open your wallets to ensure this wonderful gentle giant can look after his family no matter what the future holds.

The intention is that the money is used to support the family in any way they need but probably for future loss of income and education for his girls

nicola reeves' involvement (page creator)

I am involved in this as a friend and colleague of Richard and Leanne's.

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Richard's Progress  8 June 2016

Hi everyone,

Can I start by saying a massive thank you to everyone who has donated so far! Richard and Leanne are overwhelmed with the generosity of those that know him and those that don't. They enjoy reading the comments and take great heart and strength from the love and messages of support from you all.

Richard has started treatment in the form of oral medication and has been advised that chemotherapy and radiation therapy are not suitable. And of course with strong medication comes strong side effects which he's fighting against strongly.

Unfortunately Richard was admitted to hospital yesterday after a tough day battling this disease. He appears to have stabilised and will hopefully be back home soon.

The love and support from family, friends, colleagues and total strangers has been incredible and has touched the Ryan family and all of us who love him.

Keep up the good work people, you're all amazing!

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This campaign started on 18 May 2016 and ended on 31 Jan 2017.