Connor Whitelaw, 23, will take on the hefty trek in memory of his aunt Gwen, a 'vibrant lady, loved dearly by family and friends, whose laughter brought joy to those who knew her'.
A young man from Kirkintilloch will take on the West Highland Way this year in honour of his beloved aunt who died after a 'brave' battle with MND.
“I have very fond memories of her. She was always smiling and made everyone laugh. Whenever I visited her, she greeted me with a hug, and she always made sure there was a good supply of apple juice, which is my favourite drink” Connor said: “I visited my auntie after she was diagnosed when she visited her dad, who was 96 years old at the time. It was upsetting for them both as they knew it would be the last time they would see each other”.
The following day, they received the heartbreaking news that Gwen sadly died just a few hours before they were due to visit.
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