£2k raised for Oxygen Therapy Centre in Larne woman’s memory
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The Larne resident passed away on April 7 after a battle with cancer.
During Karen’s illness, she attended the facility and instead of flowers at her funeral, her family asked for donations to go to the OTC.
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Hide AdFriends of Karen have been conducting fundraising efforts in her memory for the Shore Road facility.
Elaine Morrow held a scentsy fundraising party on Facebook on May 29. She raised £635 for the OTC.
Nikki McNeill, Joanne Hardy and Lesley-Ann Stephens from Larne, held a Norwex fundraising raffle on Facebook on Saturday, June 12. They raised £1,305 for the worthy cause.
A spokesperson for the centre said: “All at the OTC would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who supported the fundraising events.
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Hide Ad“These amazing donations will enable us to continue providing our much-needed services, especially in these difficult times. We would also like to thank all of Karen’s family and friends for their continued support and kindness.Words cannot express our sincere appreciation.”
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