In memory of their beautiful daughter Roxy, who passed away in hospital aged just six months old, the Jackson family took on a powerful challenge – a nighttime hike up Mount Snowdon!
Surrounded by loved ones, they climbed through the darkness to raise money for four incredible charities who supported them throughout their journey – including CHSF!
Roxy’s mum Chalotte said:
“We sadly lost our amazing, small but mighty, strong, determined, feisty, chubby-cheeked superstar Roxy on February 10th.
“Roxy was born with a heart condition called Atrioventricular Septal Defect (AVSD). After two months in hospital and three major operations she sadly passed away at just 6 months old, leaving behind her twin brother Kyan and older brother Coby.
“In her memory we wanted to raise as much as possible for the amazing charities that helped to support us in the last few months.
“We chose to raise money for Children’s Heart Surgery Fund because the support they gave us while we were in hospital was amazing. They helped us financially and were just so friendly and attentive. We wanted to continue to support this charity to help other families going through a very difficult time.
“We decided we wanted to do something special in Roxy’s memory and so we chose to walk up Mount Snowdon at night – the highest mountain in Wales. As Roxy’s name means ‘star’ and she’s half Welsh, it seemed absolutely perfect!
“There were seven of us in total who did the walk. Myself and Dave, Roxy’s dad; her grandad, Howard; two Aunties Bec and Rach; her uncle Gaz and her cousin Ruby, who was just 11 at the time.
“Roxy’s brothers, cousins and Grandma helped behind the scenes – packing snacks and decorating our bags ready for the walk!
“CHSF were such a big part of our lives for the two months we spent in hospital. They think about everything and it’s vital. We will continue supporting this charity while remembering our precious heart warrior, Roxy Elizabeth Jones.”
Lauren Procter, CHSF Community Fundraiser said:
“When I heard about Roxy’s family taking on the starlight hike up Mount Snowdon, I was in awe of their determination. Mum Charlotte was telling me all about it, and how a lot of the walk would take part in the dark!
“We are so thankful that they chose CHSF as one of their charities to support with their fundraising, and we were so happy to see they raised an amazing £1,500 for our heart unit and other families in our region! Thank you!”
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