GoFundMe launched to bring home 'beloved' Doncaster dad, 35, who lost battle with Huntington's in Spain
Friends and family are raising money to bring home a “beloved” young Doncaster dad who tragically died in Spain after he was diagnosed with incurable Huntington’s Disease.
Scott Boreham died while on holiday with loved ones in Spain on Thursday (September 18). He was 35.
It came just less than a year after he was diagnosed with Huntington’s Disease, an incurable condition that affects memory, concentration, motor skills and mood.
Now, a GoFundMe page has been launched to repatriate the dad-of-three back to Doncaster, at a cost to his wife, Jamie-Leigh, of £5,000.
Organiser and lifelong friend of Jamie-Leigh, Toni Murphy, said: “It’s all just to help my friend and help put the family at ease about costs so they can grieve. It’s already such an incredibly hard thing to go through.
“Scott was dearly loved by so many as a friend, dad, son, brother and husband.
“Thank you to everyone who has donated and shared the appeal already.”
The GoFundMe page was set up on Friday, and has raised over £1,350 in just over 24 hours.
The page reads: “It is with heavy hearts that we share the story of Scott, a beloved friend, son, brother husband, and father to 3 beautiful children who tragically lost his battle with Huntington’s disease.
“He was a kind, loving, and dedicated man whose smile and presence made a lasting impact on all who knew him.
“His loss has left his family devastated, not only with the pain of his passing but also with the financial burdens that come with funeral costs the repatriation of bringing him home from Spain and the long-term challenges of rebuilding their lives after such a profound tragedy.
“We humbly ask for your support to help ease their financial strain and allow them to focus on healing. Your contributions will honour his memory and provide his family with the resources they so desperately need during this difficult time. Thank you for supporting them with love, compassion, and generosity.”
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