In memory of ‘the one and only’ Rob Frewer

On 27th April 2025 I will be running the London Marathon in memory of my amazing brother, Rob.

Rob lost his courageous battle against cancer on 4th June 2024, aged just 54.

We called Rob ‘The Godfather’, as he was the rock of our very large family and the glue bonding us all together. He loved life, big family get togethers and, above all, he was selfless, always guiding, helping and nurturing everyone else. He particularly looked after all the family when Dad passed away in November 2022, and then when Mum passed away so soon and unexpectedly seven months later in July 2023.

Just after Mum’s passing, Rob was told he had a terminal illness. Despite this devastating news he remained positive, determined and so very strong. Looking back his main priority still was looking out for everyone else, not himself. He wanted to spend the time he had being with his family, friends and his work colleagues - all of whom he regarded as one big family!

Rob’s wife, Heather, my twin sister, Helen, and I were able to care for Rob so that he could pass away at his home. This was possible with the help and support of the amazing team from St Catherine’s Hospice who were on hand to advise or visit Rob when needed. Until you have help from a hospice you do not realise that they are literally the most caring team of angels on hand to help.

Rob's celebration of life saw over 250 people trying to squeeze in to the crematorium. Heather, Helen and I were comforted to hear more stories of how Rob was exceptionally selfless, and how he had unconditionally helped so many others during his life. Rob was also always up for a challenge too, and he raised lots of money for charity along the way. He had climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and cycled from Land’s End to Twickenham, as well as participating in so many other events. And that is why I know he would be so proud of me taking on this challenge to raise money for St Catherine’s Hospice.

I must thank Heather, Helen, my hubby Jon, and all other family members and friends who have positively encouraged me to do this, and who have offered to support me in so many ways, such as cycling alongside me to help me to build up some miles in training, offering to help with my fundraising, and just being so unconditionally there for me. It will be hard but I know that Rob will be in my thoughts every step of the way, helping me get round.

I would like to thank you all for reading my Just Giving Page too. Hospices need our help more than ever. Any amount you are able to donate, however, small will be appreciated and will help other terminally ill patients and their families. Your contribution really does make a difference!

Thank you all as I ‘Run For Rob’.