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95-Year-Old Walks 100 Miles for Wife's Memory
13 Jul
Summary
- A 95-year-old man is walking 100 miles to support a hospice.
- The challenge is in memory of his late wife, who received hospice care.
- He aims to complete the walking challenge in 100 days.
Smudge Smith, a 95-year-old resident of Telford, is embarking on an extraordinary 100-mile walking challenge to honor his late wife and support Severn Hospice. This remarkable feat commenced on July 3rd, with the goal of completion by his birthday on October 14th. Smith, an avid walker, has meticulously chosen five routes that are not excessively hilly to ensure he can achieve his target within 100 days.
His wife, Margaret, received compassionate care at Severn Hospice before her death in 2007. Since then, Smith has dedicated himself to fundraising for the hospice and other charities. He has already surpassed £1,000 in donations for this latest challenge, demonstrating his ongoing commitment to supporting the organization that provided sensitive care for his wife.
Nicky Green, a fundraiser at Severn Hospice, praised Smith as an "incredible man," highlighting his ability to achieve significant goals regardless of age. Smith expressed his deep gratitude for the personalized care Margaret received. He is joined on his walks by friends and family, including his children Diane, Sue, and David, who share his dedication to this charitable cause.
