It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of David Cheston, aged 47 years. David was one of a kind, and he will be deeply missed. He touched the lives of so many and it’s our turn to give back.

David's funeral is limited to 15 people. Without a full service during this pandemic and in lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations as an expression of sympathy. We are remembering David with a contribution to Butterwick Children's Hospice. This amazing organisation provides comfort and care to the terminally ill, including David's nephew Charlie, who he adored. 

Please also consider Gift Aiding your donation as this can add a further 25% to the value of your donation and costs you nothing. You must be a UK taxpayer to Gift Aid your donation. 

If you would like to donate by cheque please make your cheque payable to Butterwick Hospice Care and enclose it with a covering letter giving your name, address and any contact details, send it to: The Fundraising Department, Butterwick Hospice Care, Middlefield Road, Stockton on Tees, TS19 8XN. Please mention the donation is for the children’s hospice in your covering letter, quoting 'In memory of David Cheston and in recognition of the support the Butterwick provides to Charlie Wilkinson'. You can download a Gift Aid declaration form here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/charities-gift-aid-declaration-form-for-a-single-donation.

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