Memories on the water
Date published: 01 November 2016
Dr Kershaw's Hospice, Oldham, held a multi-faith service of remembrance at the Alexandra boating lake, Oldham. Pic show, Jackie Allen, from Oldham, with a remembrance candle in memory of her mother, Mary Molloy, who was looked after by Dr Kershaw's Hospice, when her mother was ill.
ALEXANDRA Park's boating lake was lit up with beautifully-coloured floating candles as people of different faiths took part in a remembrance service.
The event was organised by Dr Kershaw's Hospice in Royton and Oldham Interfaith Forum.
People celebrated and remembered loved ones by floating candles on the lake, with donations in aid of the hospice.
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