A FUN day is being held in memory of a dad-of-three who died last year from cancer, which supports children also battling the disease.
Wes Greenhalgh, from Newton-Le-Willows, passed away last year, aged 41, from cancer leaving behind his wife Amy, 35, son Oliver, 16 and daughters Delilah, 10 and Penelope, five.
The proud dad worked as a qualified social worker and CAMHS practitioner and dedicated four days a week to coaching the Rainford Ladies U9s (now U10s), where his daughter Delilah plays, alongside an U7 boys team in Newton. His commitment to children ran through everything he did, both on and off the pitch. His dedication did not go unnoticed.
The parents of his team nominated him for the Liverpool FA Coach of the Year (Female Pathway) which he went on to win. The award was presented after he passed away.
To honour him, and raise money for an amazing charity, CHICS, a Liverpool charity that supports children diagnosed with cancer at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital a fun day is being held in his honour.
The charity was chosen deliberately, to honour Wes' lifelong belief that children facing the hardest of times deserve every bit of support a community can give.
Amy Greenhalgh, Wes' wife, said: "Even as his illness progressed, Wes continued to stand on the sidelines coaching the girls, giving them every ounce of energy he had until his body simply couldn't carry him any further. “His loss has been felt by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him and this event is about honouring him and bringing the community together.
"Wes was passionate about helping children through his role at CAMHS, and as a qualified social worker he lived and breathed this in all aspects of life. He often spoke about how hard treatment was for him, and how he couldn't imagine a child going through it. I know he would be really proud of us for raising money for such an important cause."
The fun day will take place on Sunday, June 28 from noon until 4pm, at The Junction Pub in Rainford.
The day is filled with activities for all ages, including fairground rides, live reptiles, face painting, a bouncy castle, and fun day classics including penalty shoot-out, splat the rat, tombola, coconut shy and, in a fitting tribute to Wes, the chance to soak the coach.
A packed stage programme also runs throughout the afternoon:
• noon–12.45pm: The Ukes
• 1pm –2pm: West Lancs Big Band
• 2.15pm–3pm: Luna Lush
• 3pm–4pm: Spirix Dance Collective, where Wes' daughters attend
A raffle featuring more than 30 prizes donated by local Rainford businesses will also take place, with tickets available on the day.
Helen Ferguson, one of the mums volunteering added: “The scale of community support has been remarkable and is a testament to how much Wes gave to the community. We’re hoping to raise over £2,000 for CHICs, and with over 50 local businesses pledging support, I’m confident we’ll exceed our goal and make Wes proud.”
'Wes' Supersonic Fun Day' is free to attend.
To donate ahead of the event, visit: justgiving.com/page/wes-supersonic-fun-day.
For more information, visit the Wes' Supersonic Fun Day Facebook page.
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