Haywards Heath family raises funds after cancer diagnosis

Sasha and Pete. <i>(Image: GoFundMe)</i>
Sasha and Pete. (Image: GoFundMe)
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A family is raising funds to make lasting memories after a shock cancer diagnosis.

Father-of-three Pete, from Haywards Heath, was recently diagnosed with glioblastoma, a rare and aggressive brain tumour.

His wife, Sasha, launched a fundraising campaign to help the family "make the most" of their remaining time together.

To donate, go to: gofundme.com/f/every-moment-matters-making-memories-with-pete.

Sasha Lister said: "I never imagined I would be writing something like this.

"Our family has recently received the heartbreaking news that my husband, Pete, has been diagnosed with a glioblastoma, an aggressive and incurable brain tumour.

"In what feels like an instant, everything we took for granted changed, and our family has begun a journey we never expected to face.

"As time isn't our friend, our focus now is to make every moment count."

Funds raised will go towards family activities and short breaks.

The goal is to give Pete time to enjoy life with his three sons without financial stress.

Ms Lister said: "Whether that’s days out together, family experiences, short breaks or simply time spent making memories without stress, our hope is to fill our time with as much love, laughter and togetherness as possible."

She described Pete as a dedicated provider who has always put his family first.

Ms Lister said: "Anyone who knows Pete knows how hard he has always worked to provide for his family.

"Asking for help is not something that comes naturally to us. Any donation, no matter the size, will be received with immense gratitude."

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