Big C Cancer Charity co-founder David Moar dies
The co-founder of a charity who "dedicated his life to improving the lives of those affected by cancer" has died.David Moar, who was president of the Big C Cancer Charity, died on Saturday at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital.The Big C is now one of East Anglia's largest cancer charities, having raised £45m since it was set up. The charity runs seven centres across the region, including in Norwich, King's Lynn and Great Yarmouth, providing free support services including counselling, complementary treatments and bereavement care, while also funding cancer research at the Norwich Research Park.
The charity was set up by Mr Moar and Clive Bamford to provide treatment and support for people closer to their homes after the pair, who were both diagnosed with cancer in the 1970s, were forced to travel to London and Cambridge for treatment, "often finding this more gruelling than the treatment itself".Reflecting on his journey, Mr Moar, who was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire for his charity work, previously said: "I wouldn't really believe it was possible, but it has, and is, changing lives. "Sometimes I think we all have a purpose in this world, and I wonder whether I was ill to actually create Big C as it is today." Karen Vincent, the chief executive of Big C, said: "David was more than the founder of Big C - he was its heart. "To many of us, he was a friend, a mentor and an inspiration. "As we come to terms with this huge loss and mourn his passing, let us remember that David's legacy lives on in every life touched by Big C and in every act of kindness inspired by his example."In a statement, his family said: "David was a devoted husband and father. His passion for helping others and his belief in the importance of local support for those facing cancer were at the heart of everything he did. "We are incredibly proud of all he achieved and deeply touched by the many tributes we have received."Plans to honour and celebrate Mr Moar's life would take place in the coming weeks, the charity said.
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