Lincoln Family Trio to Take on London Marathon for Leukaemia Care
Jack and Becky Marrows, a married couple from Lincoln, will be joined by Becky's twin sister, Emma Noton, as they participate in this year's London Marathon. The trio is dedicating their run to raising funds for Leukaemia Care, a charity close to their hearts in honour of the sisters' mother, Janet Wadsworth, who is a leukaemia survivor.
Meet the Runners and Their Personal Motivation
Becky Marrows, aged 40, works as a nursing services manager at Lloyds Clinical, while her husband Jack Marrows, 39, is a plumbing and heating salesman at Turnbull & Co Ltd. Emma Noton, also 40, serves as a ward sister at Lincoln County Hospital. All three residents of Lincoln have been training extensively locally for the iconic 26.2-mile race, one of the world's most renowned sporting events.
Janet Wadsworth, the mother of Becky and Emma and mother-in-law to Jack, battled and overcame leukaemia more than 17 years ago. Her resilience during treatment has left a profound and lasting impact on the entire family, inspiring their charitable efforts.
Becky shared: "Fundraising for Leukaemia Care is a deeply personal and meaningful cause for our family, especially as we celebrate Mum's inspiring journey of surviving leukaemia. Her strength, courage and resilience through treatment have been nothing short of extraordinary. Running the London Marathon has always been a bucket list dream for me. To now be at the point where I've trained for it and am ready to take it on feels incredibly special - and to do it alongside my husband Jack and my sister Emma for the same cause makes it even better."
Emma added: "I'm running this for my mum, who set the bar pretty high for what counts as 'tough.' After watching her go through that, it's hard to complain too much about a few blisters and 26.2 miles. This is about a lot more than just getting round the distance. It's about pushing myself out of my comfort zone for something that really matters."
Jack commented: "I wanted to prove to myself that people are capable of amazing things. I've had back and knee issues for years, but this has given me the drive to show what's possible when you put your mind to it. Watching Becky and Emma go through this journey has been incredibly inspiring, and it's brought us even closer together as a family."
Community Support and Training Challenges
The trio has already received immense support from the Lincoln community. A charity night featuring live music and a raffle successfully raised £3,000, with additional funds generated from auctions and various local events. Upcoming activities include a bake sale at Lloyds Clinical's head office in Harlow and raffles supported by local businesses, such as the Imp & Angel pub.
Each runner has faced unique training hurdles. Becky has balanced her marathon miles with family life and participation in local running groups like the Lincoln Weekend Runners. Emma has managed minor injuries and early morning training sessions, while Jack has focused on performance goals while navigating the physical demands of long-distance training.
Impact of the Fundraising Efforts
Colin Dyer, chief executive of Leukaemia Care, stated: "We are incredibly grateful to Becky, Jack and Emma for taking on the London Marathon in support of Leukaemia Care. Their story is a powerful reminder of the long-lasting impact a blood cancer diagnosis has on families, and how support can make a real difference. The funds they raise will help us continue to be there for patients and their loved ones when they need us most. We wish them well on April 26, and hope they can really enjoy the occasion."
The funds raised through their challenge will support Leukaemia Care's vital work, which includes providing information, emotional support, and advocacy for people affected by blood cancer across the United Kingdom. This initiative highlights the importance of community-driven efforts in making a tangible difference for those facing health challenges.
