On Saturday evening Connie and I were privileged to be part of a fantastic organised fund raising event in memory of Hannah Overton, who passed away last December. Nearly 400 attended the ‘Black Tie’ Opal Charity Ball held at Springfields Conference Centre Spalding. The event was organised by her close friend Sarah Leuty and husband Calvin.
Whittlesey Lion’s – sponsored 4 tables.
It is hoped this event will raise in the region of £10,000 in support of: – Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice, Bloodwise & Leicester Hospitals Charities Haematology Ward.
Dinner, Silent Auction, Live Auction and Music were very much enjoyed by all.
Hannah was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia in July of 2018. She lost the brave battle aged just 28. She was a prolific ‘Bowler’ and had been interim assistant head teacher at St Botoloph’s Church of England Primary School. Hannah was born and schooled in Whittlesey and attended Lincoln University.
Other fundraising by friends, colleagues and fellow bowlers for these 3 charities and also Cancer Research in memory of Hannah has already exceeded £20,000.
