Andrew’s Rowing for Amy

ANDREW OSBORNE’S MISSION IS TO HELP FUND HEART SCREENING FOR CHILDREN

Wittering which has a long and proud history. It is a challenging role, but the Station has a talented and dedicated team of service, civilian and contractor

3,000 miles, a 22ft rowing boat, and one very determined man. Andrew Osborne is embarking on an epic row across the Atlantic, in memory of his daughter, Amy Osborne, who died in her sleep five years ago from an undiagnosed heart condition at the age of 25.

She became one of the 12 young people who die each week in the UK from this cause. Like Amy, 80% don’t experience any symptoms. Amy’s memorial fund set up by Andrew and family at the charity CRY has so far raised enough money to pay for over 500 children and young adults personnel who will continue to deliver and support our Defence outputs. I am also looking forward to working with our friends and neighbours in the local community.” n to be screened as well as contribute funds towards research and raise awareness to help save lives. The money fundraised through Row For Amy will be used to test hundreds, possibly thousands more children and young adults for undiagnosed heart conditions and consequently save lives.

Andrew has already encountered large tanker vessels and a pod of dolphins, and he has covered 700 miles, having set off in early January. n Donations for Andrew’s bid and for the charity CRY, Cardiac Risk in the Young (Cry) can be made at www.rowforamy.com.