Fundraiser launched after Lancaster village army veteran and father-of-four takes his own life
A fundraiser has been launched to help support the children of an army veteran who took his own life.
Thomas James Shaw, of Brookhouse, Caton leaves behind four wonderful children, Jamie, 20, Olivia, 19, Daniel, 15 and Maxen, 12.
Shelley Torch on the gofundme page said: “We are raising funds to support the children of Thomas following the heartbreaking loss of their beloved dad.
“Thomas was a proud Army veteran who served for many years. His children adored their dad and looked up to him in every way.
"He was their role model, their protector, and a constant source of love, guidance, and support.
“Tragically, Thomas took his own life, leaving his family and loved ones devastated by this sudden and heartbreaking loss.
"As they come to terms with their grief, they are facing the difficult reality of moving forward without the father they loved so much.
“While no amount of money can ever replace Thomas or take away the pain of losing him, we hope to provide some financial support to help secure his children's future and ease some of the challenges they may face in the months and years ahead.
“The funds raised will help with the children's future needs, education, daily living expenses, and other costs that may arise as they continue to navigate life without their dad.
“Any donation, no matter how small, will be deeply appreciated and will make a meaningful difference.”
The funeral will be held on June 12 at 11.30am at Lancaster & Morecambe Crematorium and then onto The Station at Caton to celebrate Thomas’s life.