A WOMAN raised more than £1,000 after running the Great North Run in memory of her late aunt.
Bekki Mullet, from Darlington, took part in the half marathon recently as tribute to Linda Egginton.
Teaching assistant Ms Egginton was just 59 when she became ill and had symptoms of a brain tumour mistaken for depression.
She was eventually taken to hospital with a suspected stroke and diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumour that took her life in January 2013.
Ms Mullett, 27, used the run to raise funds for the Brain Tumour Research charity and awareness of their work.
She said: “I’m so happy I’ve completed the Great North Run. It’s the longest distance I’ve ever run so I’m really pleased.
“Knowing that I’ve raised money for charity in Linda’s memory makes my medal all the more special.”
To sponsor Ms Mullett, visit justgiving.com/fundraising/bekki-mullett1.
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