Why Walk to Remember means so much to Jeremy

01 July 2026 | View all news

Jeremy and his family took part in Walk to Remember last year and have already signed up for this September’s event.

“It brought us closer together and gave us time to remember Dad,” said Jeremy. “We all had a lovely afternoon and our young children enjoyed it too. We’re really looking forward to the next one.”

For Jeremy and his family, Walk to Remember is much more than a fundraising event. It is an opportunity to come together, reflect and celebrate the lives of two people who meant so much to them – his dad, Mark Redler, and his grandma, Joan Ellison.

Our hospice had long been part of the family’s life. Joan volunteered at our Greengate Street shop in Stafford for 15 years and was proud to support our charity.

Mark also supported our work through his solicitor’s firm, which made regular donations.

Support when it mattered most

In the weeks before he died, Mark had been referred to the hospice and plans were being made for his care.

Although Mark died at home before care could begin, Jeremy says the support his family received from the hospice meant a great deal during such a difficult time.

“The calls and support we received meant a great deal,” explained Jeremy. “Since Dad passed away, the hospice has been there for us with bereavement support and has been really encouraging during my fundraising challenges. It really helps knowing they’re there for us.”

Remembering Mark and Joan

After losing Mark in May 2025, Jeremy and his family found comfort in coming together to remember him. Taking part in Walk to Remember gave them the opportunity to reflect, celebrate special memories and be part of a wider community.

Following the loss of Joan in 2026, the family will once again be joining hundreds of people from across the community at Walk to Remember to celebrate and remember both Mark and Joan.

A special way to celebrate loved ones

The family-friendly event offers the chance to celebrate the lives of loved ones, reflect on special memories and support local hospice care for future generations.

Jeremy hopes others will consider taking part.

“It’s a lovely way to remember the people you love while spending time with family and friends,” he said. “We’d encourage anyone thinking about it to sign up and join us.”

Walk to Remember takes place on Saturday, 26 September at Shugborough Estate. The accessible route is suitable for wheelchairs and buggies, dogs are welcome and parking is free.

To find out more or register, visit www.khhospice.org.uk/walk

Walk to Remember is kindly sponsored by ORJ Law.